QB 24-25-018 55 Ton Low Boy Trailer-REBID

The Commonwealth of Virginia, specifically through the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) and involving Patrick County, is conducting a rebid procurement (QB 24-25-018) for a 55 Ton Low Boy Trailer. The solicitation seeks the purchase of one heavy-duty trailer with specific technical specifications, targeting equipment replacement for the department's transportation and infrastructure needs. Bids are due by August 8, 2024, with an anticipated contract award in September 2024. The contract will have an initial one-year term with the option to renew for up to four additional one-year periods. Evaluation criteria will focus on identifying the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with vendors required to submit detailed pricing on a provided bid form that includes base pricing and potential additional options. Successful vendors must deliver the trailer within 120 days of contract award and comply with all technical specifications outlined in the invitation to bid. Vendors are expected to provide comprehensive pricing that includes the trailer, delivery, and warranty.

The procurement does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Based on the bid tabulation, multiple vendors submitted responses, including Kaufman Trailers, Richmond Machinery & Equipment Co Inc, Trail King Industries Inc, Global Enterprise Inc, Global Trailers, and Holden Industries Inc. The lowest responsive bid was submitted by Holden Industries Inc at $10,999.99. Funding for this procurement will come from VDOT's Equipment Replacement Program, with the budget allocation determined through the Commonwealth's approved budget process. The bid allows for both purchase and lease options, providing flexibility for the department's equipment acquisition strategy. No incumbent vendor was explicitly identified, and there are no noted requirements for integration with existing infrastructure or technology. The procurement appears focused solely on acquiring a specific piece of transportation equipment to support VDOT's operational needs.