Portage County Mobile Pressure Washer

Portage County, Wisconsin is seeking bids to establish a contract for the purchase of a mobile pressure washer unit through its Purchasing Department. The procurement is specifically for a specialized mobile pressure washer designed to thaw frozen culverts and wash equipment, buildings, and bridges. The required unit must include a dual-gun pressure washer, a 500-gallon water supply tank, and all components mounted on a dedicated trailer. Bids were due by 2:00 PM on January 4, 2018, with a public bid opening scheduled at the Portage County Purchasing Department office in Stevens Point. Bidders were required to demonstrate the equipment within seven calendar days of request at their own expense, with Calvin Winters serving as the Procurement Director and primary contact. The County will evaluate bids based on the lowest total cost from a responsive, responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with delivery desired as soon as possible after purchase order receipt. Pricing must remain firm for 45 calendar days after the bid opening, with all prices including freight, packing, transportation, fuel, insurance charges, and installation manuals.

The bid opportunity is restricted to original manufacturers, authorized distributors, or dealers with specific qualifications. Bidders must have been in the industrial equipment business for at least three years and provide three references from similar institutions served within the past three years. The successful contractor must offer in-store or depot repair service with a maximum one-week turnaround and provide a minimum of four hours of operator training at delivery. Manufacturers must include a warranty statement and maintenance agreement information with their bid. Two complete sets of parts and shop service manuals with schematics are required. While no specific set-aside designations were mentioned, the bid documents outline comprehensive specifications covering the equipment's engine, heating system, pump, water system, trailer, paint, and standard equipment requirements. The delivery destination is the Portage County Highway Department at 850 Cubbie Lane, Plover, Wisconsin, with the County being exempt from federal excise and Wisconsin sales taxes. Though no specific budget range was provided, the procurement is for a single mobile pressure washer unit.