Core Drilling Trailer

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Division of Procurement Services, is requesting quotations on behalf of the Department of Transportation for one new self-contained core drilling trailer, with quotations due September 28, 2023 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time under RFQ 17A 230914-075.

The scope covers a heavy-duty steel or aluminum trailer equipped with a 17 HP minimum gasoline motor with electric start, 16 amp charging system, 12 volt DC water pump, and a drill configured for 1-inch thread and 14-inch diamond bits with capacity up to 12-inch diameter. The carriage must accommodate 24-inch travel, variable positioning with 12-inch minimum fore and aft adjustment and 48-inch minimum side-to-side adjustment, a 100-gallon low profile water tank, slurry vacuum system, integrated hoist system, full-width lockable toolbox, weather-resistant cover, and adjustable tongue and jack with spare tire. Manufacturer product data sheets documenting compliance with specifications and warranty information are required submissions.

Delivery is to MaineDOT Freeport Laboratory, 12 Desert Road, Freeport, Maine. Pricing must be submitted on a free on board destination basis inclusive of all shipping. The State is tax-exempt and will provide a certificate upon application. Payment terms are net 30 days upon receipt of an accurate invoice.

Evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis considering conformity with specifications, delivery timeframe, and lowest price among conforming bidders. The State reserves the right to negotiate additional units at the bid price for six months following award and to reject the lowest bidder if documented poor performance or prior contract termination occurred within the last five years. All quotations must be submitted through AdvantageME Vendor Self Service and include the completed Appendix A Bid Cover Page and Debarment Form with wet or electronic signature.