Logistics Support 1300 Pound Freight

The City of Taylor, Michigan, in Wayne County, is soliciting quotes from qualified Less Than Truckload (LTL) freight carriers to provide logistics support for the return of two unused commercial kitchen ranges—one 6-burner unit and one 36-inch griddletop unit totaling approximately 1,180 pounds. The equipment must be picked up from 23555 Goddard Road, Taylor, Michigan 48180 and delivered to the manufacturer's authorized return facility at Vulcan/ITW, 3600 North Point Boulevard, Dundalk, Maryland 21222, in compliance with RMA #122753. Required services include liftgate pickup, proper handling of palletized equipment, secure transport, and timely delivery. Carriers must submit all-inclusive quotes that encompass all transportation and handling services necessary to complete the shipment, along with tracking information and a Bill of Lading with the RMA number clearly displayed. This is Solicitation Number 050626-01, with a question submission deadline of May 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. and Best and Final Offer (BAFO) submissions due May 15, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Quote opening (non-mandatory) is scheduled for May 18, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. via Microsoft Teams or in person at City Council Chambers, Taylor City Hall. The BAFO addendum indicates that initial cost proposals exceeded the City's independent cost estimate, requiring bidders to submit their most competitive pricing and disclose any changes to proposed work, terms, or conditions resulting from price modifications.

The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations, restrictions on organizational types, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or incumbent vendors. No existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are noted, as this represents a single shipment rather than an ongoing contract. The solicitation does not provide a listed budget range or award value; however, the BAFO addendum references that initial proposals exceeded the City's independent cost estimate, suggesting bidders should submit competitive pricing to be considered. Interested parties should direct questions to Ben Clayton, Purchasing Agent and Project Manager, at bclayton@cityoftaylormi.gov or (734) 374-1459. Bidders must respond through the City's eProcurement Portal and indicate whether they are submitting a revised Best and Final Offer or maintaining their original cost proposal.