G12-703309/ Central Mine Equipment

The State of Alabama Office of the Chief Procurement Officer is soliciting quotes for Central Mine Equipment (CME) drill rig tools, supplies, and repair parts under Quick Quote G12-703309, with quotes due October 9, 2026. The statewide drill crew operates seven CME drill rigs daily to support soil investigation for transportation infrastructure design; tools, supplies, and repair parts must be available to minimize downtime.

Vendors must provide quotes in three categories: drilling tools cost, drilling supplies cost, and drilling rig repair parts cost. All quotes are valid from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2027. Suppliers must register in Alabama Buys and submit responses electronically through that platform.

The contract carries a combined cost ceiling of $25,000 across the original one-year agreement and any subsequent renewals over a maximum five-year period. Price increases during performance cannot exceed 5 percent of annual contract cost. The contract may be renewed annually by written agreement of both parties.

Vendors must certify compliance with Section 41-4-142 of the Code of Alabama regarding sales and use tax registration and remittance. All suppliers must comply with the Beason-Hammon Alabama Taxpayer and Citizen Protection Act and provide E-Verify enrollment documentation if they employ one or more employees within the state. The State of Alabama is exempt from paying sales tax and will furnish an exemption letter upon request. All contracts are governed by Alabama law with exclusive venue in Montgomery. Suppliers must accept multiple forms of electronic payment at no additional cost to the State, including state-issued credit cards, P-cards, and electronic funds transfer. The State reserves the right to conduct cost realism and price reasonableness analysis.