Lumberjack LJ200 6"-8" Chain Cutter

The City of St. Petersburg, located in Pinellas County, Florida, is conducting a procurement opportunity for two Lumberjack LJ200 6"-8" Chain Cutters with strict specifications and no permitted substitutions. The equipment must be new and capable of cutting through roots, light concrete, mineral and chemical deposits, and protruding laterals, with sealed, grease-lubricated, and water-cooled bearings. Vendors must meet minimum qualifications, including at least three years of experience providing these specific chain cutters. The solicitation was posted on November 20, 2025, with a deadline for questions on December 1, 2025, at 12:00 pm and a proposal submission deadline of December 3, 2025, at 3:00 pm. Responses must be submitted electronically through the City's online bidding system at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/stpete. The City will award to a single vendor based on the lowest and best responsive quote, contingent on meeting minimum qualifications. Vendors must be registered with the Florida Department of State, Division of Corporations, and comply with all applicable state and federal regulations, including E-Verify requirements.

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations. Based on the quote provided by Evervac Equipment, LLC, the estimated unit price for the Lumberjack LJ200 6"-8" Chain Cutter is $13,035.00, with shipping costs of $200.00, resulting in a total procurement cost of approximately $26,470.00 for two units. Vendors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, Commercial Automobile Liability of $1,000,000 combined single limit, and Workers' Compensation insurance as required by Florida law. The equipment must be delivered to 1650 3rd Avenue North, St. Petersburg, Florida 33713, and will come with standard operating manuals and warranty documentation. The City is exempt from state and federal taxes and will provide exemption certificates upon request. The contract includes a twelve-month warranty on the goods and will be governed by Florida law, with venue in Pinellas County or the Middle District of Florida.