Purchase of new utility golf cart

The Town of Manchester, located in Hartford County, Connecticut, is seeking to procure one or two new electric utility golf carts through Invitation to Bid (ITB) #23/24-61, specifically targeting the ICON i20UL-HD model with a 6' cargo box in white color. The procurement is intended for use in large community events and park and trail clean-ups, with precise technical requirements including a 5kW motor, 70V/105Ah Eco Lithium battery, and various safety and performance features. The bid was released on January 22, 2024, with a deadline for questions on February 1, 2024, and a bid response deadline of February 6, 2024, at 11:00 am. Bids will be opened virtually through a Zoom meeting, and the successful vendor must deliver the golf cart(s) by April 1, 2024, to Central Springs Park at 39 Lodge Drive in Manchester. Evaluation criteria appear to include pricing, delivery time, and overall responsiveness to the technical specifications, with the Town reserving the right to reject any or all bids and make awards based on the best interest of the municipality.

The procurement includes a mandatory Living Wage Certification requirement under the Manchester Living Wage Ordinance, which impacts potential bidders' eligibility. Bidders must declare their status as a "Covered Employer" and may qualify for exemptions if they are charitable foundations, have fewer than 25 eligible employees, or if the contract value is less than $25,000. The bid may be subject to American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding, and bidders will need to provide their System for Award Management (SAM) registration number. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement allows for bidding on either one or two units, suggesting flexibility in award value. No incumbent vendors are mentioned, and there are no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises noted in the available documentation. Potential vendors must submit a completed Living Wage Certification form with their bid, with failure to do so potentially resulting in bid rejection.