Five Yard Loader, Power Wheel, Boom Mower & Drum Mulcher

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Office of State Procurement Services, on behalf of the Department of Transportation, is seeking quotations for a comprehensive Five Yard Loader procurement with optional attachments for Kennebec County. The solicitation covers one complete unit that includes a five-yard wheel loader with potential additional components such as a 25-foot powered wheel loader boom mower, a 50-inch drum mulcher, and a 36-inch boom forestry brush cutter. Quotations are due on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. local time, with the procurement to be evaluated on a "Best Value" basis considering goods quality, specification conformity, delivery dates, and overall state interests. The evaluation methodology will first determine bidder conformity, then select the lowest-priced proposal that meets all requirements. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including detailed specifications, certifications, and terms and conditions, with all pricing to be submitted under "Free on Board (FOB) - Destination" shipping terms, which means all associated costs must be incorporated into the bid price.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The State reserves the right to make either a single award to the lowest bidder or multiple awards if deemed in the state's best interest, with no guaranteed purchase quantity. The contract will include a standard one-year warranty, with options for extended warranty policies, and the successful vendor will be required to provide comprehensive training and documentation at the Augusta Airport. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the procurement suggests a significant investment in municipal or transportation infrastructure equipment. Though a specific budget range is not detailed, the complexity of the requested equipment—including a wheel loader with multiple specialized attachments—indicates a potentially substantial procurement value, likely in the range of $250,000 to $500,000 depending on specific configurations and optional components selected.