TMD24-TCC-0033027 Skid Steer Replacement

This state and local contract opportunity is an Invitation for Bids (IFB) issued by the Texas Military Department (TMD) for the procurement of one (1) Bobcat T770 T4 with forestry door, forestry protection package, and engine seals or one (1) Kubota SVL95-2s compact track loader with forestry door, forestry protection package, and engine seals kit, or an TMD-approved equivalent. The equipment must be compatible with TMD's existing attachments. Responses must be submitted via email by 2:00 P.M. CST on 07/10/24. TMD will award one contract to the responsible bidder offering the lowest price bid meeting the required specifications. The detailed technical specifications for the requested equipment include air intake heater, auxiliary hydraulics, backup alarm, multi-attachment hook-up, traction lock feature, engine/hydraulic systems shutdown, horn, instrumentation, lift arm support, lift path, lighting, operator cab, parking brake, tracks, and a comfort package. The winning bidder must also provide a five (5) year, 4,000-hour warranty. The equipment will be delivered to the Camp Maxey location.

Bidders must submit a completed HUB Subcontracting Plan (HSP) as part of their response. The contract has a 21.1% HUB goal for commodities contracts, and respondents using the "Method B" approach must provide notice to at least three Texas certified Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and two trade organizations or development centers for each subcontracting opportunity. No other details are provided regarding the evaluation criteria, award schedule, or contract term and renewal options. The total value of the contract is not specified.