Front End Loader/Wheel Loader

Delta County Road and Bridge District 1 is soliciting proposals for the purchase and delivery of a Front End Loader/Wheel Loader, with bids due by May 28, 2025, at 9:00 a.m. through BidNet Direct. The procurement seeks a new wheel loader with specific technical requirements, including a C7.1 Engine with 225hp, STF Lift, LSD axles, and various specialized features such as a cold weather package and LED warning beacon. Evaluation criteria will encompass cost, delivery time, specification compliance, vendor experience, and business locality, with a preference for Colorado-based businesses. Vendors must provide comprehensive general liability and professional liability insurance, and submit a completed bid proposal form. The county will publicly open bids on May 28, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. in the Samuel Wade Room, with the opportunity to trade in an existing 1992 950F CAT Wheel Loader with approximately 14,000 operating hours. Bidders are required to maintain bid validity for six months and provide detailed documentation including owner's, shop, and service manuals.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement shows a strong preference for local Colorado businesses. The county reserves the right to reject any bids and select the proposal that best serves its interests. The procurement involves replacing an aging wheel loader, suggesting a potential contract value in the heavy equipment range, though no specific budget is disclosed. Vendors must demonstrate the capability to service and maintain the equipment within 60 miles of the delivery location at 18830 G Rd, Delta, CO. The successful bidder will be expected to provide a 12-month limited warranty on powertrain and hydraulics, and guarantee parts pricing and availability. No incumbent vendors are identified, and the procurement appears to be a straightforward equipment replacement without complex integration requirements. The county's approach emphasizes local support, technical specifications, and comprehensive vendor capabilities in the heavy equipment procurement process.