FOR SALE: 1980's Komatsu Excavator with thumb (Model PC200LC-3)

The state of Vermont, specifically the Solid Waste District serving the Sheffield CDP, is offering a used 1980's Komatsu Excavator (Model PC200LC-3) for sale through a competitive bid process. The excavator, purchased used in 1996, has been utilized at the local recycling center for crushing cardboard and municipal solid waste, and currently displays 10,681 operational hours. The procurement is structured as an "as is" and "in place" equipment sale, with bids to be submitted directly to Mark S. Shea, District Manager, via email at mshea@rcswd.com. Interested bidders must clearly indicate the specific equipment name and their corresponding bid amount in their submission. The contract opportunity was posted on July 18, 2023, with a bid submission deadline of October 23, 2023. The evaluation criteria appear to be primarily price-based, with the district reserving the right to reject any bids deemed unacceptable.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidder qualifications were mentioned in the procurement documentation. The equipment appears to be available for purchase by any interested party capable of submitting a competitive bid. While the current usage has been within a municipal recycling context, there are no explicit limitations on the potential buyer's intended purpose for the excavator. The procurement does not specify a minimum or maximum bid value, leaving pricing determination to market dynamics and potential bidder interest. The equipment's age and operational history suggest potential value primarily for organizations requiring a used heavy machinery asset, such as recycling centers, construction firms, or waste management operations. The current condition, regular maintenance history, and ability to start suggest the excavator may still have functional utility for the right purchaser.