Used backhoe/loader

The Colorado Department of Human Services issued a Documented Quote (DQ) for the purchase of a single used backhoe/loader to support operations at the Colorado Veterans Community Living Center at Homelake in Monte Vista. The equipment must meet stringent specifications, including a minimum 75 horsepower diesel engine with four-wheel drive, an enclosed cab with heating, a model year of 2004 or newer, fewer than 4,500 machine hours, a backhoe bucket size between 12-24 inches, and a loader bucket capacity of 1.0 yard or greater in fair condition or better. Vendors must submit quotes by December 31, 2015, via email to brian.hancock@state.co.us or by mail to the North Central Procurement office at 1575 Sherman Street, Denver, Colorado 80203. All pricing must be FOB Destination with shipping costs included, and vendors must provide make and model information, actual specifications, service maintenance records, proof of machine hours, and a confirmed delivery timeframe with proposed payment terms exceeding 45 calendar days. The State will evaluate quotes based on price as the primary factor, along with vendor experience, delivery capability, and administrative costs, and will execute either a Purchase Order or State Contract before goods are delivered.

Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses that are incorporated or operating in Colorado and officially registered with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs are eligible to receive a 5% price preference if they submit proper documentation with their bid response. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors are identified in this procurement. The contract term is 12 months, and timely delivery is noted as critical to operations. The State reserves the right to adjust quantities based on available funding. While a specific budget range is not provided in the solicitation documents, the procurement emphasizes that price will be the primary evaluation factor in selecting the most advantageous quote.