Heavy duty rough terrain tree trimmer, boom type

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Division of Purchases, is requesting bids on two heavy-duty rough terrain highway tree trimmers with boom-type cutters, one mini highway tree trimmer, and complete parts pricing, with bids due September 18, 2026 at 1:30 PM Eastern Time.

Reciprocal preference applies to Kentucky resident bidders. Additional preferences are available to qualified bidders including Kentucky Correctional Industries and nonprofits serving individuals with severe disabilities.

The specification calls for two Kershaw SkyTrim 75G3 units (or approved equal) and one Kershaw Mini SkyTrim 55TH unit (or approved equal). The scope includes complete parts listings with pricing for the heavy-duty equipment and accompanying support: two-year warranty coverage, pre-service delivery, one day of operator training, operator manuals, parts books, and service manuals. Pricing is quoted F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid and Allowed, with the vendor responsible for all shipping costs.

The initial contract period runs from award through September 30, 2026, with four optional one-year renewal periods available. Evaluation is by best value with price as the sole criterion (100 points maximum); the lowest bidder receives the highest score. All bids must be submitted electronically through the Kentucky Vendor Self Service eProcurement system, and bidders must be registered in the system prior to submission.

Bidders must maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, with Automobile Liability Insurance of $1 million combined single limit if delivery services are provided. Written questions are due September 8, 2026 at 1:30 PM Eastern Time, with responses posted by September 11, 2026. The tentative award date is September 30, 2026.