F350 Cab Bushings-Clarke

The state and local contract opportunity is a procurement initiative issued by Clay County, Alabama, seeking a vendor to provide and install six upper and bottom cab bushings for a 2016 Ford F350 Pickup (Serial Number 1FT8X3B67GEA50635). The procurement specifically requires labor for removal and replacement of these components, with a strict geographic requirement that the vendor must be located within 45 miles of the county office situated at 14833 Old Hwy 5 S, Grove Hill, AL 36451. The opportunity was posted on March 17, 2025, with proposals due by March 20, 2025, indicating a very tight response timeline of approximately three days. Vendor qualifications appear to be primarily focused on proximity to the specified location and technical capability to perform the automotive service. The procurement follows standard Alabama state contracting protocols, as evidenced by the attached Quick Quote Standard Boilerplate document, which outlines comprehensive guidelines for participation in state procurement processes.

The contract opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. The standard boilerplate document suggests vendors must be registered in Alabama Buys and comply with state procurement regulations, including non-collusion agreements and adherence to state and federal laws. While no specific budget range is mentioned for this particular procurement, the scope appears to be for a relatively modest automotive repair service. Vendors will need to be prepared to provide documentation such as manufacturer's reseller authorization and potentially certificates of insurance. The state reserves standard rights to inspect products before acceptance and conduct cost reasonableness analyses. The procurement is subject to Alabama's standard contracting requirements, including provisions of the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act and mandatory E-Verify program enrollment for potential contractors.