Handy hitch

San Bernardino County Department of Public Works is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the procurement of Handy Hitch attachments or equivalent equipment for motor graders, to be supplied in quantities ordered at times needed by the successful vendor(s). The equipment must meet detailed specifications including twelve 14-ply smooth tires, heavy-duty independent walking beams, a frame width of 108 inches, an approximate weight of 4,000 pounds, and mounting capability to Cat 140 M or 150 M graders. The contract includes a two-year manufacturer's warranty covering all machine components from the delivery date, with pricing to remain firm for twelve months from the award date. Bidders must submit sealed bids electronically through the San Bernardino County Electronic Procurement Network (ePro) or in paper form to the County Purchasing Department, with questions due by February 9, 2026, at 3:30 PM PST and bids due by February 20, 2026, at 3:30 PM PST. Delivery must occur within 120 days of purchase order receipt FOB to the County's place of delivery, with all prices stated per unit and freight charges priced separately, excluding California sales/use tax and Federal excise tax. Failure to deliver the unit or required paperwork on time results in a $100 per day penalty fee, and all bidders must be pre-registered in the ePro system prior to bid submission.

This federally funded procurement is subject to Davis-Bacon Act compliance, Copeland Anti-Kick Back Act requirements, Clean Air Act and Federal Water Pollution Control Act compliance, and domestic preference for U.S.-produced materials. The County reserves the right to apply a five percent local vendor preference for businesses with principal places of business within San Bernardino County boundaries. Payment terms require Net 60 days following acceptance of the handy hitch, and the County will conduct pre-award surveys to assess bidder capability in areas including facilities, financial responsibility, and past performance. No incumbent vendors or budget values have been identified in the procurement documentation. Qualified vendors should demonstrate experience in manufacturing or supplying heavy equipment attachments and possess the capacity to meet delivery timelines and warranty obligations specified in the contract.