Fisher Plows, XV2 8. 5ft

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Office of State Procurement Services, is requesting quotations for Fisher Plow XV2 8.5-foot equipment via RFQ 18P 260925-053, with quotations due October 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time through the Advantage Vendor Self Service (VSS) electronic procurement system.

The scope encompasses Fisher Minute Mount 2 V-Plow systems, 8 feet 6 inches wide, with 1/2-inch by 6-inch cutting edges, Fish Stik hand-held controls, standard sight pins and blade stops, rubber top deflectors, and upgraded heavy-duty flasher capability with LED lighting. Four specification sheets detail plow installations on different host vehicles: one on a 2026 GMC Sierra 2500HD Regular Cab 4x4 with 8-foot bed (quantity 1); one on a 2026 GMC Sierra 2500HD Double Cab with 6.5-foot bed (quantity 4); one on a 2026 GMC Sierra 2500HD Double Cab with 6.5-foot bed (quantity 1); and one on a 2026 Ford F250 XL 4WD Crew Cab with 8-foot bed (quantity 1). All installations must occur at the vendor's location with vehicle pickup and delivery to CFM in Augusta. All electrical connections must use heat shrink tubing; Scotch-Lok style connectors are prohibited.

The State anticipates making a single award but reserves the right to make multiple or no awards. Evaluation will apply a best-value methodology assessing specification compliance, delivery timelines, and State interests; upon finding compliance, the lowest-priced qualified bidder receives the award. Quotations must include all shipping charges on a Free on Board Destination basis, with net 30 payment terms. The State is tax-exempt; quotations should exclude federal, state, and local taxes. Bidders must submit completed specification sheets in Excel format with manufacturer literature verifying compliance. Questions are due 48 hours prior to closure via the VSS Q&A List. Bid prices remain valid and binding for 180 days from bid opening.