Pavement Friction Trailer - Rig

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is conducting a competitive solicitation for the procurement of a single Pavement Friction Trailer-Rig, covering multiple counties and jurisdictions across Washington State. This procurement seeks a trailer-mounted skid testing system that meets ASTM-E274/E274M-11 standards, complete with a tow vehicle, computer data collection system, and comprehensive technical specifications. The equipment must include a 600-gallon aluminum water tank, air compressor system, computer with specific hardware requirements, and GPS capabilities that can interface with WSDOT's GIS system. Evaluation criteria will be based on a combination of cost (30 points) and non-cost factors (70 points), including delivery time (40 points), reference checks (30 points), and additional points for supporting workers' rights and small/veteran-owned businesses. Key dates include a pre-bid meeting on January 13, 2025, a question and answer period from January 7-13, 2025, and a bid submission deadline of January 20, 2025, with an anticipated contract award on January 30, 2025. The contract will have a nine-year term, with the successful bidder required to provide eight hours of operator training and eight hours of repair technician training per unit delivered.

The solicitation includes voluntary goals for minority-owned businesses (10%), women-owned businesses (6%), veteran-owned businesses (5%), and Washington small businesses (25%). Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation, including a bidder's certification, technical specification compliance, and bid submission sheets. The procurement is open to all qualified bidders, with a strong emphasis on supporting diverse business enterprises. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract will be awarded on a firm fixed price basis with best value considerations. The successful vendor must provide a one-year factory warranty covering 100% parts and labor, with warranty coverage beginning when the equipment is placed into service or 30 days after final payment. Additionally, the contractor must commit to providing repair parts and support for 10 years after delivery and initiate repairs within five business days of equipment failure notification. The solicitation encourages bidders to source vehicles from dealership inventory to minimize delivery time and requires annual equipment certification at TTI facilities.