MI DNR Purchase of A Palazzani TZX 820C Spider Lift

The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (MI DNR) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for the purchase of a 2023 or newer Palazzani TZX 820C Tracked Spider Lift or an approved equal. The required specifications include an 82-ft working height, 34-ft lateral outreach, 180-degree basket rotation, 550-lbs weight capacity, 360-degree platform rotation, water-cooled diesel engine, wireless remote control, and rubber-tracked ground propulsion. The procurement covers the jurisdiction of Allegan County. The proposal deadline is 3:00 pm EDT on Friday, August 4, 2023, and the anticipated contract start date is Friday, August 11, 2023. The State may consider qualifications related to a bidder's status as a qualified disabled veteran-owned business. The State reserves the right to conduct site visits, oral presentations, and reference checks, and to negotiate additional price concessions during the evaluation process. The awarded contract will be subject to the State's standard contract terms, including insurance requirements.

The RFP does not provide any information regarding set-aside designations, restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, incumbent vendors or current contractors, or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. Furthermore, the RFP does not list any award values or budget ranges for this procurement.