Mini Excavator

The Charter Township of Chesterfield in Macomb County, Michigan, is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of one new Mini Excavator through a competitive bidding process with the bid number RFP-2025-FO-106. The primary equipment specification centers on a Cat Model 305 Excavator - Mini, though alternative makes and models meeting or exceeding the specifications will be considered. Required equipment features include an enclosed cab with heat and A/C, rear view camera, long stick with 12-foot minimum dig depth, hydraulic thumb and coupler, extra counterweight, rubber tracks, work lights, and blade options. Additional equipment requirements include a skid steer attachment adapter, multiple bucket sizes (16", 24", and 48"), and a flail mower, with advanced monitoring capabilities such as remote monitoring and email/phone alerts for service intervals and equipment faults. Sealed bids will be received until 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, September 9, 2025, at the Township Clerk's office, with bids to be publicly opened immediately following the deadline. The township reserves the right to inspect proposed equipment or request a demonstration prior to award, and the successful bidder will be required to provide model-specific training after contract award.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations or restrictions on enterprise types. The township will award the bid to the most advantageous, responsible, and responsive bidder, considering price and other factors. Bidders must provide comprehensive insurance coverage, including general liability, automobile liability, and contractor's protective liability. Warranty requirements mandate a minimum 12-month full unit warranty, with vendors required to submit detailed warranty and service plan options. No bonding is necessary for this purchase, and the township is tax-exempt. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the procurement suggests a significant investment in municipal equipment. Invoicing will be handled electronically through the township's accounts payable email, and the successful vendor will be expected to provide comprehensive documentation, technical specifications, and potentially participate in equipment demonstrations to validate their proposal's compliance with the township's requirements.