DOT WHEELED EXCAVATOR WITH ARTICULATED BOOM and FORESTRY DRUM MOWER

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation's Maintenance Division is seeking quotes for a specialized procurement of heavy equipment, specifically a wheeled excavator with an articulated boom and a forestry drum mower. The primary equipment being sought is a Doosan DX210W-7 wheeled excavator or an approved equivalent, which must include all standard equipment, special tools, and accessories. The solicitation requires the equipment to meet comprehensive specifications, including compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and FMXSS standards and regulations. The procurement process is structured with a non-mandatory pre-bid conference scheduled for February 22, 2023, at 9:30 AM EST, located at the RI Maintenance Facility in Warwick. Vendors must submit their proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system by April 26, 2023, at 3:00 PM EDT, with a vendor Q&A period running from February 15 to April 10, 2023. The equipment must come with an extended warranty of 60 months/7,500 hours, covering 100% of parts, labor, and other incidentals under the standard new excavator warranty.

The solicitation includes a significant set-aside requirement, mandating that a minimum of 10% of the total contract value must be awarded to Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) certified by the state. Vendors must register in the Ocean State Procures system and maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1,000,000 in liability per occurrence, workers compensation, and automobile liability. While the exact award value is not specified, the procurement is for a single unit of equipment with potential for multiple awards at the state's discretion. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to solicit separate pricing for extra-large orders. Successful vendors must comply with Rhode Island's affirmative action policies and provide all required documentation, including proof of insurance and business certifications. The contract terms include a single, firm, fixed price that will serve as the maximum price during the agreement period, with delivery terms specified as FOB destination and inside delivery included at no extra cost.