PPCC DQ 17-841 Snow Equipment

Pikes Peak Community College (PPCC) in Colorado Springs is soliciting quotes for snow removal equipment for the Facilities Department at its Centennial Campus through a Documented Quote (DQ) process. The procurement includes two Ariens 24" Compact Snow Blowers (Model #920022 or equivalent), two Snow Blower Cab Enclosures, one Snowrator ZX4 Snow Plow & De-Icier Machine (Model SR4320 or equivalent), and various attachments including a Material Handler/Mover, Fert Tray, Hopper, Cover Canopy Kit, Turf Spray System Kit, Poly Blade, and Auxiliary Tank. Vendors must provide comprehensive in-person training for six or more employees on equipment setup, installation, and operation, with completion required no later than July 30, 2016. All equipment must be new and in original manufacturer's packaging with manufacturers' warranties included, ranging from one to five years depending on the item. Quotes are due June 12, 2017, at 10:00 a.m. Mountain Time, with pricing required to remain firm for 90 days from submission. All quoted prices must include delivery and installation as FOB Destination to the Centennial Campus with no additional charges permitted, and payment will be made net 45 days following acceptance of goods and services.

Vendors must be registered on the Colorado Operations Resource Engine (CORE) and ColoradoVSS system to be considered responsive and must submit completed W-9 forms, PERA retiree questionnaires, and certifications regarding employment of unauthorized immigrants in compliance with Colorado state law. Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) entities receive a 5% preference deduction if certified and meet Colorado residency requirements. For bids exceeding $100,000, procurement will occur through a State of Colorado contract requiring Performance Bonds and Labor and Material Payment Bonds equal to 100% of the bid amount. While no specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the solicitation documents, the comprehensive nature of the equipment procurement and bonding requirements suggest a substantial contract value. The specific budget allocation for this procurement was not explicitly stated in the available documentation.