Salt Lake County - Lateral Watering System

Salt Lake County is seeking to procure a 350-foot Lateral Watering System for the Salt Lake Valley Landfill/Solid Waste department through a Request for Bids (RFB) numbered SLCO SWM31748. The procurement is specifically for an automated watering system designed to apply precise water amounts to composting windrows at specified times. The required system must operate independently, utilize a hose-fed water supply with a vault, feature a 4-wheel cart, basic control panel, furrow guidance, and a high-clearance 12'10" tower. Additional technical specifications include specific tire and pump requirements. A pre-bid conference was held on Wednesday, October 26th at 10:30 AM at the Salt Lake Valley Landfill, with the bid period open from 10/18/2016 to 11/18/2016. The county will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with evaluation criteria including comprehensive warranty coverage (minimum one year for parts and labor), vendor's ability to provide operator training, and maintenance of a service facility within 150 miles of Salt Lake County.

The procurement does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must provide proof of insurance coverage, including workers' compensation, commercial general liability, and commercial automobile liability insurance. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids if deemed in the best interest of the organization. While a specific budget range is not detailed in the available documentation, the procurement suggests the county is seeking a comprehensive watering system with specific technical capabilities. Delivery of the system is specified as FOB Destination, with delivery charges to be included in the bid. The successful vendor will be responsible for providing on-site training to county operators and maintaining a service facility within a specified geographic proximity to support the installed system.