Onspot Tire Chains (Supply and Install)

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services is soliciting bids for an OnSpot Tire Chains procurement for the New Hampshire Department of Transportation (NH DOT), District 3. The specific procurement includes 8 Extreme Duty OnSpot Chains (model 04021BCAX9), 8 Bracket Kits (model 04X-423-HI), and associated installation services. The bid is scheduled for distribution on 3/24/2025, with vendor questions due by 3/27/2025, state responses to questions by 4/1/2025, and the bid closing on 4/3/2025 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Successful vendors must deliver and install the tire chains within forty-five (45) business days of contract award, with delivery to the NH DOT District 3 location in Gilford, NH. Key vendor requirements include providing pricing in US dollars inclusive of all delivery costs, with no additional surcharges permitted, and being registered with the NH Bureau of Purchase and Property and NH Secretary of State.

The procurement appears to be open to all qualified vendors who can meet specific requirements, with no explicit set-aside designations mentioned. Vendors must provide comprehensive general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and warranty all equipment and services for a minimum of one (1) year or the manufacturer's standard period. The contract will be non-exclusive, allowing the state to retain other contractors or make awards by individual items. Vendors must comply with state regulations, including providing material safety data sheets and meeting workforce and equal opportunity requirements. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documentation, the procurement involves supplying and installing specialized tire chain equipment for transportation infrastructure. The solicitation emphasizes environmentally friendly products and requires vendors to demonstrate comprehensive compliance with state procurement guidelines.