Skid Steer RFP

The Town of Petersburgh, Rensselaer County, New York, is requesting proposals for the purchase of a single large-frame, vertical lift wheeled skid steer with a minimum operating capacity of 6,000 pounds and a minimum lift capacity of 2,000 pounds, with proposals due September 18, 2026 at 11:00 a.m.

The scope includes the skid steer equipped with high-flow auxiliary hydraulics and four attachments: a pallet fork, a boom arm mower/light brush cutter, a street sweeper broom, and a box broom. Proposals must provide detailed cost breakouts for the skid steer and each attachment separately, plus shipping costs to the Highway Garage at 67 Main Street, Petersburgh. The winning bidder must provide no-cost basic training, instruction, and operations/maintenance knowledge to designated Highway Department employees.

Award will be based on best-value analysis considering total bid cost, warranty completeness, alternative equipment options, references from New York State entities, and demonstrated ability to meet contract timelines. Warranty coverage must guarantee repair or replacement of defective components for the lesser of two years or 2,000 operating hours, covering the skid steer powertrain, hydraulics, electrics, and all attachments; extended warranty options may be proposed at additional cost. Bid pricing shall remain fixed throughout the contract term with no escalation permitted.

Delivery and payment completion before November 2, 2026, is strongly preferred to align with anticipated New York State CHIPS and EWR reimbursement funding. Payment will be made within 30 days of invoice receipt following equipment acceptance. The Town Board will review bids and award the contract at its regular meeting on September 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. Contact Highway Superintendent Dave Hewitt at (518) 419-6095 for specification discussions; all formal communications must be directed through the Highway Superintendent with copies to the Town Clerk.