Release of Front End Loader Invitation to Bid

Oscoda Area Schools in Huron County, Michigan is issuing an Invitation to Bid for the procurement of one used front-end loader with an integrated 12-foot snow pusher attachment for winter snow removal operations. The equipment must be a model year 2010 or newer, featuring an enclosed cab, four-wheel drive, diesel engine with minimum 70 horsepower, and be suitable for clearing school parking lots, bus loops, sidewalks, and athletic facility access points. The snow pusher attachment must be 12 feet wide with heavy-duty commercial design and replaceable cutting edges. Delivery must be completed no later than June 30, 2026, on an FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid and Allowed basis, with delivery not to exceed 30 calendar days after Notice of Award. Bidders must submit detailed equipment information including manufacturer specifications and warranty details, a completed price proposal form, and seven required compliance forms. The bid submission deadline is 12:00 PM EST on June 4, 2026, at the OAS Central Office located at 3550 East River Road, Oscoda, Michigan 48750, with bidders permitted to submit questions until May 27, 2026 and answers posted as an addendum by May 29, 2026. Evaluation criteria include compliance with specifications, total cost, warranty coverage, service and parts availability, delivery schedule, suitability for school district operations, demonstrated reliability, and operator safety and comfort features, each weighted equally. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder that represents the best value to the district and is contingent upon Board of Education approval and fund availability.

The procurement documents do not identify any set-aside designations or restrictions limiting participation to disadvantaged enterprises or specific organization types; the solicitation is open to qualified vendors meeting the technical and compliance requirements. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. Bidders must comply with multiple certification and compliance requirements, including non-collusive bidding certification, familial relationship disclosure regarding board members (Tony Ommani, Donald R. Ellis III, Tim Kellstrom, William Gaines, Sharon Savage, Kathy Kent, and Jane Negro) and Superintendent Scott M. Moore, Iran Economic Sanctions Act compliance affidavit, debarment and suspension certification, and conflict of interest disclosure. All bids must remain firm for 60 days following bid opening, and respondents must maintain commercial general liability insurance of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, automobile liability insurance of $1,000,000 per accident, and statutory workers' compensation coverage through delivery. The specific budget or award value for this procurement is not disclosed in the available documentation.