Trailer with Lift Gate

The Nevada Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the State of Nevada Purchasing Division, is seeking competitive pricing for a new trailer with a lift gate, specifically targeting equipment procurement for Clark County and Fish Springs CDP. The solicitation requires a VS2RA model trailer with a 55,000-pound payload capacity and 65,000-pound gross vehicle weight rating, featuring a straight deck design, Thermo King Precedent S-700-50 refrigeration unit, Maxon BMR weld-on liftgate, and comprehensive technical specifications including polyurethane foam insulation and LED lighting systems. Vendors must submit quotes through the NevadaEPro procurement system by January 16, 2025, with strict requirements that only new equipment will be accepted, excluding used, refurbished, demo, prototype, or gray market items. The procurement process mandates vendors provide extensive documentation including three line set tickets, parts catalogs, shop manuals, operator's manuals, and training materials, with the awarded vendor required to schedule a pre-build meeting within two weeks of bid award. Additionally, the vendor must perform complete pre-delivery services, including fluid checks, cooling system verification, and provide eight hours of training by a factory-authorized service representative.

The contract opportunity includes several set-aside preferences that could benefit specific vendors, including a 5% pricing preference for Nevada-based businesses that certify a majority of goods are produced in Nevada and a 5% preference for local businesses owned by service-connected disabled veterans for contracts between $50,000-$500,000. Vendors must be licensed Nevada vehicle dealers and provide statewide authorized service, repair, and parts availability with a 72-hour emergency response requirement. The procurement mandates that all equipment must comply with current Nevada Revised Statutes, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and Federal Environmental Protection Agency Emission Control Standards. Vendors must provide a minimum 1-year or manufacturer's standard warranty, starting from the "in-service" date, and be responsible for all recall work and warranty adjustments. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the detailed specifications and technical requirements suggest a significant investment in specialized transportation equipment. Delivery will be required to Las Vegas, with the vendor responsible for comprehensive documentation and adherence to strict state procurement guidelines.