Ridot: 360 degree rotating telescopic handlers & attachments

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is seeking bids for two (2) 4x4 360-degree rotating telescopic handlers for use by the Maintenance Division. The procurement requires a manufacturer's current production model equivalent to the MAGNI RTH 5.25 SH or an approved equal that meets or exceeds the minimum attached specifications. The solicitation is open to vendors who can provide the specified equipment, with a focus on current production models that demonstrate high performance and compatibility with RIDOT's maintenance needs. A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for March 19, 2024, at 10:00 AM EST at the RIDOT Maintenance Headquarters located at 360 Lincoln Ave, Warwick, RI 02888. The vendor question and answer period will run from March 13, 2024, at 10:15 AM EDT through April 1, 2024, at 5:00 PM EDT, with formal bids due by April 10, 2024, at 1:00 PM EDT. All proposals must be submitted electronically through the Ocean State Procures system, and vendors are required to register in the system to participate.

The solicitation encourages participation from Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women Business Enterprises (WBEs) in accordance with Rhode Island General Law 37-14.1-1. Vendors will be required to submit an MBE Utilization Plan for review and approval by the Division of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion for each award issued under the contract. The state reserves the right to make single or multiple awards and will evaluate bids based on responsiveness and responsibility. Specific insurance requirements include liability coverage of $1,000,000 per occurrence, workers compensation of $100,000 per accident, and automobile liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence. Delivery terms are specified as Free On Board Destination, with payment terms to be determined by the vendor. While no specific contract value is listed in the solicitation documents, the procurement is for two high-performance rotating telescopic handlers, suggesting a potentially significant equipment investment for the RIDOT Maintenance Division.