LOADER, 1-3 CUBIC YARD

The New Mexico General Services Department Purchasing Division has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) numbered 50-00000-25-00047 for a Statewide Price Agreement to procure articulated loaders with 1-3 cubic yard capacity. The procurement is open to authorized dealers with parts and service facilities in New Mexico, with Original Equipment Manufacturer (O.E.M.) certified mechanics. Bidders may submit up to three model options for a loader that must meet specific technical requirements, including a Tier IV compliant diesel engine, fully enclosed OSHA-approved ROPS cab, and comprehensive warranties (2 years bumper-to-bumper, 5 years/2,500 hours on powertrain). The bid is due on April 14, 2025, at 2:00 pm, with a sealed bid opening immediately following via Microsoft Teams. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsible bidder meeting minimum specifications, with the state reserving the right to award to multiple vendors. Delivery is expected within 180 working days of order receipt, with potential late delivery penalties of $25 per unit per day. The loader must include various technical specifications for hydraulics, electrical systems, and safety features.

The procurement does not specify explicit set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders are required to provide pricing for the base loader, additional documentation, service plans, and optional equipment attachments, including automatic lubrication systems, spare wheels/tires, specialized buckets, lifting jaws, fork configurations, snow management equipment, and safety features. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the bid documents include a detailed pricing structure allowing for unit pricing and percentage discounts on the loader and its attachments. The contract is structured as a one-year agreement with options to extend for up to three additional years. Vendors must specify the make and model of the offered loader and provide comprehensive documentation. The procurement allows for potential price escalation/de-escalation with proper documentation and requires vendors to provide training, complete dealer preparation, and full service prior to delivery. The total value of the contract will depend on the specific configurations and quantities ordered by participating New Mexico government entities.