CUDA Parts Washer

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, specifically the Department of Transportation (PennDOT), is conducting a procurement for a CUDA Parts Washer for the Fulton County Maintenance 9-4 location, which serves Fulton County and Mcconnellsburg Borough. The solicitation seeks to acquire a CUDA 2530 SERIES (1.043-372.0) Parts Washer with specific required accessories, including a 24-hour/7-day heater skimmer and autofill capabilities. The bid opening is scheduled virtually on 10/16/2024 at 11:00 A.M. EST, with all bidder questions due by 10/15/2024 at 9:00 A.M. EST. The awarded vendor will have one month from the purchase order receipt to deliver the parts washer, with delivery scheduling restricted to between 6 AM and 2 PM EST, Monday through Friday, excluding specific holidays. The procurement requires electronic bid submission, and the contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the Commonwealth reserving the right to award by line item or total bid basis.

This procurement is exclusively designated as a Small Business Procurement, with only certified small businesses eligible to submit bids and receive an award. The small business certification requirements and process are detailed on the Department of General Services (DGS) website. Bidders must comply with various Pennsylvania state requirements, including nondiscrimination policies, sexual harassment guidelines, and contractor integrity standards. The contract is subject to the Reciprocal Limitations Act and requires Iran Free Procurement certification. Specific compliance certifications include adherence to Unemployment Compensation Law, Workers' Compensation Law, and various state labor and workforce safety regulations. While no specific budget range is provided, the procurement indicates that bids must include applicable rebates, and the awarded vendor will be required to provide the parts washer at the quoted prices. False certifications can result in contract termination and a three-year prohibition from bidding on future Commonwealth contracts.