Purchase of a Four-Inch (4”) K3 Marsh Buggy Chain

Chatham County is soliciting bids for the purchase of a four-inch (4") K3 Marsh Buggy Chain for its Mosquito Control Department through Bid No. 26-0001-3. The procurement requires a specific chain with a pin-to-pin measurement of four inches, featuring K3 markings on every other link. The detailed specifications include 640 units of Track Chain 1001268H, 2.18 units of Coarse Bolt Grade 5 fasteners, 470 Wear Pads, and 3,720 sets of .375" Bolt assemblies. Bids must be submitted online through the Chatham County Purchasing Portal at https://chathamcountyga.bonfirehub.com/portal, with the bid opening scheduled for 2:00 P.M. on January 15, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest unit price, potentially considering delivery timeframe, and bidders must submit all required documentation, including Forms A through I. All questions must be directed through the County's procurement portal to Felix Espada Jr., with direct contact to departments prohibited.

The County has established a combined Minority/Woman Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal of 30 percent for this procurement, requiring bidders to document good faith efforts in subcontracting with qualified M/WBE firms. Contractors must maintain current Chatham County Tax Certificates, comply with the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act, and provide proof of insurance prior to contract award. The procurement mandates E-Verify enrollment and usage for all workers, and requires contractors to verify immigration status under federal guidelines. Bidders must complete comprehensive certifications including non-discrimination promises, debarment status verification, and anti-lobbying affidavits. Payment will be made within thirty (30) days of invoice receipt and approval, contingent upon satisfactory delivery of the product. Chatham County reserves the right to reject any or all bids and award the contract to the most advantageous bidder, considering price and other factors. While no specific budget range is provided, the itemized pricing sheet suggests a detailed cost structure for the requested equipment.