Street Sweeper

The State of Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), in collaboration with Kootenai County and the City of Coeur D'Alene, is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for the procurement of one (1) vacuum street sweeper. The ITB provides detailed technical specifications for a diesel-powered street sweeper with a minimum sweeping width of 137.8 inches, requiring Tier 4i emissions standards compliance. Key technical requirements include a pressurized cab, specific gutter broom parameters, dirt hopper construction standards, water system capacities, and various optional accessories such as a rear wandering hose, hose extensions, and high-pressure wash down system. Bidders must submit their proposals electronically via the IPRO POWERED by LUMA system, with responses due by November 30, 2023. The bid evaluation will focus on responsiveness to technical specifications, with the contract to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder who meets all required criteria. Delivery timeframes are flexible, ranging from 180 to 365 days after receipt of order, and vendors must provide detailed pricing for both the base street sweeper and optional accessories.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must be authorized distributors or manufacturers of the offered product and provide documentation demonstrating their responsibility and ability to meet the specified technical requirements. The contract includes a minimum five-year warranty requirement, and the successful bidder must provide comprehensive training and operational manuals upon delivery. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the documents, the ITB suggests this is a single-unit procurement with potential for additional optional accessories. The State of Idaho reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience with 90 days' notice, and contractors must comply with standard state contract terms, including insurance requirements that mandate commercial general liability, automobile liability, and workers' compensation coverage with specified minimum coverage limits. No information is provided about incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure that might require integration with the new street sweeper.