Mobile Diesel Generator - On Trailer

The State of Kansas, specifically the Kansas Department of Administration's Office of Procurement and Contracts, is soliciting bids for a Mobile Diesel Generator-Trailer Mounted for Larned State Hospital, located in Larned, Kansas. The procurement is a competitive bid event (EVT0010513) seeking a specific Generac Magnum model MDG150DF4 generator with precise technical specifications, including a John Deere 8008HFG05 6-cylinder engine capable of 106 hp prime power and 215 hp standby power. The generator must be trailer-mounted with hydraulic surge brakes and DOT-approved lighting, and will be delivered to LSH Purchasing Receiving. The bid event was posted on September 30, 2025, with proposals due on November 3, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST. Bidders are required to submit electronically to procurement@ks.gov and must comply with all detailed specifications in the solicitation documents. The contract period will run from contract execution through November 30, 2026, with a standard 730-day warranty required.

The procurement includes several set-aside and preference provisions for bidders, including potential advantages for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses. Bidders must obtain a current Tax Clearance Certificate and complete mandatory certifications related to immigration reform, sexual harassment policies, and anti-discrimination laws. Political subdivisions are permitted to utilize the contract, though the state assumes no responsibility for their payments. Bidders must submit all fees, including shipping and delivery, in their final price. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the solicitation requires comprehensive pricing that includes all associated costs. Vendors must be officially invited to participate and are required to request an invitation at least 24 hours before the event's closing date. The procurement is conducted through the State of Kansas SMART Strategic Sourcing System, with all bids required to be in US Dollars.