Double sided Hydraulics Simulator

Colorado Northwestern Community College (CNCC) issued a quote solicitation for the procurement of a Double sided troubleshooting Hydraulic Simulator (model NFT100D-TS) to support its Auto Technician Program. The solicitation was posted on January 21, 2016, with quotes due by January 26, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. (MDT), with submissions accepted via email to Amy Griffin at amy.griffin@cncc.edu, by fax at (970) 675-5046, or direct delivery to the Purchasing Department. The required deliverable is the NFT100D-TS Hydraulic Simulator unit with all associated materials, labor, permits, shipping, and packing charges included in the quoted price. Award will be made to a single vendor based on evaluation criteria including the vendor's ability to meet stated objectives and requirements, proposed total project cost, payment terms, projected delivery dates, and reference checks. Responsive submissions must include the college's provided quote form (no substitutes), a response sheet, narrative submission, references, key personnel resumes, W-9 form, unauthorized immigrant certification, and SDVOSB certification if applicable. CNCC reserves the right to purchase additional goods and services at the same bid prices or lower within a reasonable period of time following award.

Vendors must be registered on the Colorado Vendor Self Service (VSS) system to be considered responsive, though non-registered vendors may be evaluated if adequate competition is not demonstrated by registered vendors. While no specific set-aside designations are mandated, SDVOSB (Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business) certification is requested if applicable. The procurement requires standard Colorado state terms and conditions with FOB destination pricing, net 45 payment terms, and vendors must obtain and maintain specified insurance coverage with the Colorado Community College System listed as certificate holder and additional insured. No incumbent vendor, budget range, or award value is specified in the solicitation documents. This procurement represents a straightforward equipment purchase for educational purposes with standard state contracting requirements and insurance obligations.