F09-554958 Air Compressor for Dst. 8 Shop

The Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) District 8 is seeking a procurement for a specific air compressor for its Jasper, Alabama shop located in Washington County. The contract opportunity, identified as F09-554958, calls for the acquisition of a 7.5 HP Vertical Air Compressor manufactured by Ingersoll Rand, specifically model 2475N7.5 PSG. The equipment specifications include a magnetic starter, 200 V/25.3 Amp power requirement, an 80-gallon tank, 24.3 CFM output at 90 psi, maximum pressure of 175 psig, and a pump speed of 1500 rpm. The procurement requires vendors to include freight/shipping costs in their quote and deliver the equipment directly to the ALDOT District 8 Shop at 542 Cordova Cut-Off Road in Jasper, Alabama. The solicitation was posted on May 15, 2025, with a response deadline of May 21, 2025, and interested vendors can contact Rodney Jones, the Area Equipment Maintenance Manager, at 205-270-2849 for additional information.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation. However, the attached Standard Terms and Conditions document indicates that vendors must be registered in Alabama Buys and comply with various state-level requirements, including E-Verify program enrollment, sales tax certification, and immigration law compliance. Vendors may be required to submit manufacturer authorizations, professional licenses, and insurance certificates. While no specific budget range is provided, the procurement appears to be for a standard piece of industrial equipment. The attached boilerplate document suggests that the state reserves the right to conduct cost and price analyses, inspect delivered products, and manage contract terms based on funding availability. Potential vendors should carefully review the comprehensive terms and conditions, which outline detailed procurement guidelines, compliance standards, and the state's rights in the contracting process.