Portable High Pressure Power Waashers

The State of Maine Division of Purchases, on behalf of the Maine Department of Transportation Fleet Services, is requesting quotations for portable high-pressure power washer systems under an RFQ with quotes due January 27, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. local time.

The solicitation seeks one or more oil-fired, electric motor-powered units, with the Alkota Model 216AX4X listed as the preferred unit or approved equivalent. Specified performance includes 2.0 gallons per minute discharge, 1600 psi pump head pressure, belt-driven tri-plex oil bath pump, and a 2.3 HP 115-volt single-phase electric motor. Required ancillary equipment includes Raycor fuel/water separator, 95-foot stainless steel heating coil, 35-foot 20-amp cord with integrated GFI, and detergent application system maintaining combustion smoke at Bacharach Scale #1 or #2 with carbon monoxide not exceeding 0.01 percent. The package includes four-wheeled cart with pneumatic tires, 50-foot high-temperature hose with quick couplers, 5000 psi trigger gun, and 36-inch stainless steel wand. Vendors must provide complete parts and service manuals and training within eight weeks of delivery. All units deliver to Maine DOT Fleet Services in Augusta, Maine.

The master agreement runs 12 months from award with options to extend for two additional one-year periods at the State's discretion. The State anticipates purchasing approximately two units per year, though quantities may vary. Awards will be made on a best-value basis to a single bidder, though multiple awards are possible at the State's discretion. Prices must remain firm for the contract period. Warranty covers one year on parts and labor with an extended seven-year warranty on the heating coil, or the manufacturer's standard warranty if more favorable. Bidders must indicate specification compliance using standardized abbreviations and must provide detailed explanations for any exceptions. All questions must be submitted through the official Question and Answer link on the Solicitation Details View page. Quotes submit electronically via the Vendor Self Service system; alternate bids may submit via fax or mail prior to bid opening. The State reserves the right to conduct pre-delivery inspections and pre-manufacturing meetings including factory tours.