Snow Plow Blades

Portage County, Wisconsin is seeking bids for snow plow blades through its Purchasing Department for the 2019/2020 winter season. The procurement involves seven specific line items including shielded underbody carbide insert blades in various sizes (7/8"x5"x4', 7/8"x5"x3', 7/8"x6"x3'), rubber incased blades (7/8"x6"x3' and 7/8"x6"x4'), and clamping bars (7/8"x3"x3' and 7/8"x3"x4'). The total quantity ranges from 18 to 350 units per line item, with delivery required as soon as possible after purchase order receipt. Bidders must be original manufacturers or authorized distributors with at least two years of business experience providing similar products, and must submit three references from comparable-sized institutions. The bid evaluation will focus on the lowest total cost for responsive and responsible bidders meeting all specifications, with potential for multiple awards across line items. Key deadlines include a September 4, 2019 deadline for submitting written questions and a September 12, 2019 bid submission deadline at 2:00 PM, with a public bid opening to follow.

The procurement allows for potential multiple vendor awards and does not specify specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Bid prices must reflect governmental discounts and exclude federal excise and Wisconsin sales taxes, using Portage County's CES number ES 43251. Delivery will be on an F.O.B. Destination Freight Included basis to the Portage County Highway Department in Plover, Wisconsin. Prices must include all packing, transportation, fuel, insurance, and installation/operation manuals. The contract includes flexible terms, with the county reserving the right to increase or decrease quantities based on actual needs. Bidders must keep their proposals open for a minimum of 60 days, and either party can terminate the contract with ten days written notice. Standard payment terms are net 30 days from invoice receipt, providing financial predictability for potential vendors.