T2108 - Maintenance and Repair Services for Heavy Duty Vehicles (Class 5 or Higher, Over 15, 000 lb.

The New Jersey Department of Treasury, Division of Purchase and Property is soliciting bids for a comprehensive Maintenance and Repair Services contract for Heavy Duty Vehicles (Class 5 or Higher, Over 15,000 lb. GVWR), designated as Bid Solicitation #25DPP01051. The procurement encompasses 53 price lines covering both Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and non-OEM repair services for various vehicle brands and specialized equipment, including chassis maintenance, refrigeration units, hoists, lifts, and other vehicle systems. Bidders can submit quotes for any combination of price lines and will be evaluated based on their ability to provide all-inclusive hourly rates and manage Blanket Purchase Orders effectively. The contract will be divided into three geographical regions (Northern, Central, and Southern New Jersey), with bidders required to service all counties within their selected region. Key dates include an optional pre-quote conference on January 17, 2025, electronic questions due by January 29, 2025, and quote opening on March 11, 2025. The contract term is three years with potential for up to three one-year extensions, and bidders will be required to demonstrate their understanding of the scope of work, level of effort, and management approach.

The procurement includes small business subcontracting set-asides, mandating that contractors make good faith efforts to utilize New Jersey Small Business Enterprises as subcontractors. Bidders must be registered in NJSTART and maintain current contact information, with a 1% Procurement Efficiency Program Fee payable quarterly to Periscope. Contractors will be required to maintain specific insurance coverage, including Commercial General Liability Insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per occurrence, Automobile Liability Insurance with $1,000,000 minimum limits, and Worker's Compensation Insurance. The bid solicitation includes comprehensive documentation requirements, such as ownership disclosure, anti-discrimination compliance, and certifications of non-involvement in prohibited activities. While specific contract value is not explicitly stated, the broad scope and multiple price lines suggest a significant potential award value across state agencies and cooperative purchasing program participants. This represents a reprocurement of an existing contract, indicating an established need for these maintenance and repair services across New Jersey's government vehicle fleet.