Heavy-Duty Hydraulic Sliding Axle Full Tilt Tandem Trailer

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is seeking to procure one new heavy-duty hydraulic sliding axle full tilt tandem trailer through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) released on December 13, 2021. The procurement, classified under Commodity Code 5120 for Vehicles - Trailers (All Types), requires vendors to submit detailed information about the trailer, including its model year, make, model, and warranty specifics. Potential bidders must submit questions and clarifications through the eMACS Q&A Board, with the bid opening and closing dates set for December 13, 2021, and January 6, 2022, at 2:00 PM MST, respectively. The trailer must be delivered FOB to MDT-Helena, MT by June 1, 2022. Vendors are required to disclose any deviations from the specified requirements and provide comprehensive documentation about the proposed trailer. The solicitation contact is Michael Doherty, who can be reached at midoherty@mt.gov or +1 406-444-9282.

The IFB does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Payment terms are structured as 0% 0, Net 30, following standard state of Montana contract terms. While no incumbent vendors are identified in the documentation, vendors interested in receiving the bid tabulation can provide a valid email address for electronic distribution. The specific budget range or potential award value is not explicitly stated in the available documents. Bidders will need to submit competitive pricing that meets the MDT's specifications for a heavy-duty hydraulic sliding axle full tilt tandem trailer. The procurement appears to be open to manufacturers and distributors capable of meeting the detailed technical requirements for the specialized trailer.