Parts/Repair for Heavy, Landscaping, Small Equipment

The City of Pittsburgh's Office of Management and Budget, acting on behalf of the Department of Public Works, is seeking bids for parts and repair services for heavy, landscaping, and small equipment through Invitation for Bid (IFB) #2024-IFB-177. The procurement covers comprehensive parts and repair services for equipment from manufacturers such as Cozy Cab, Echo, Foley, and Toro Commercial, with bidders required to submit detailed labor rates for both on-site and in-shop repairs. The contract period will span from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2026, with options for two additional one-year renewals. Key procurement dates include a deadline for questions on June 14, 2024, and a bid submission deadline of June 28, 2024, at 2:00 pm. Bidders must provide complete pricing proposals, including hourly labor rates for different equipment manufacturers and a full catalog discount percentage that covers delivery, handling, and freight costs for the entire contract duration.

The procurement includes specific equal opportunity participation goals, mandating 18% for minority-owned businesses, 7% for women-owned businesses, and 5% for veteran-owned businesses. Potential vendors must complete several mandatory forms, including an EORC Participation Form, Vendor Contact Sheet, Vendor Registration Form, and W-9, demonstrating compliance with the City's non-discrimination policies and regulatory requirements. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the bid suggests a substantial contract value covering parts and repair services across multiple equipment categories. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications, provide competitive labor rates, and demonstrate commitment to the city's diversity and inclusion objectives. Bidders will need to show technical capability, pricing competitiveness, and alignment with the City of Pittsburgh's procurement guidelines to be considered for award.