17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer

Informal Bid
#274-2026-105-TB
Bid Title: 17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer
Notice is hereby given that the City of Raleigh, North Carolina, is seeking bids. This contract
is for a one-time purchase of Three (3) 17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment
Trailer(s).
BIDS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNITL 2:00 PM (EDT), May 8th, 2026
Bids may be emailed directly to: Thomas.Battistel@raleighnc.gov
The responsibility for submitting a response to this Informal Bid at the City of Raleigh, Procurement
Division on or before the stipulated time and date will be solely and strictly the responsibility of the bidder.
Any proposals received after stipulated time and date will not be accepted. The time stamp located in the
Procurement Division shall be the official time of receipt.
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Bid No. 274-2026-105-TB 17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer
INFORMAL BID RESPONSE FORM
Bid No.: 274-2026-105-TB
Bid Title: 17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer
Pursuant to North Carolina General Statutes 143-131, as amended, the City of Raleigh is soliciting written bids, subject to the
conditions herein, to furnish the apparatus, supplies, materials, equipment and/or repair work and services described in this solicitation.
Sealed bids and public bid openings are not required for informal solicitations under 143-131. Written bids will be received by the
City of Raleigh Procurement Division until the date and time specified herein.
In compliance with this solicitation and subject to all conditions contained herein, the undersigned Supplier offers and agrees, if this
quote is accepted, to furnish and deliver any or all items upon which prices are quoted, at the prices set opposite each item and within
the time specified herein. By submitting this quote, the undersigned Supplier certifies that the quote is submitted competitively and
without collusion; that the Supplier has reviewed and understands the specifications and requirements; and that, to the best of the
Supplier's knowledge and belief, the Supplier and its principals are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in covered transactions by any Federal or State department or agency.
Failure to execute/sign bid prior to submittal shall render the bid invalid, and it WILL BE DEEMED NON- RESPONSIVE and
WILL BE REJECTED. Late bids cannot be accepted.
SUPPLIER NAME:
STREET ADDRESS:
CITY & STATE: STATE: ZIP CODE:
PRINT NAME & TITLE OF PERSON SIGNING ON BEHALF OF SUPPLIER:
SUPPLIER'S AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE: DATE:
CONTACT NAME (if different from above):
EMAIL ADDRESS: TELEPHONE NUMBER:
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Bid No. 274-2026-105-TB 17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer
City of Raleigh
17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer
Informal BID Request No: 274-2026-105-TB
INFORMAL BID FORM
Quantity Unit of Measure Item Description Unit Price Extended Price
17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt
Equipment Trailer and accessories
3 Each $________________ $________________
as noted and specified in the
specifications below
$________________
Total Bid Amount
FOB DESTINATION
Warranty Information:
Delivery Lead Time:
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS: Bidders must provide Manufacturer, Make/Model Number, Warranty length, and the
anticipated timeframe for delivery upon receipt of a City purchase order. Total Bid Amount includes ALL fees and costs related
to product delivery less taxes. Do not include taxes in your bid pricing. Any and all tax imposed upon any article on which you
are bidding are only to be shown as separate line items on invoices, and in no case are taxes to be included with your bid price.
Failure to comply with these conditions will be considered grounds for rejection.
FAX COPIES OF BIDS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE
NO BIDS CONSIDERED UNLESS SUBMITTED ON THIS FORM
COMPANY:
DATE:
AUTHORIZED SIGNATURE:
TITLE:
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Bid No. 274-2026-105-TB 17,000 GVWR Wood Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer
CITY OF RALEIGH
MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
It is the intent of these specifications to describe the minimum requirements and standards for 17,000 GVWR Wood
Floor Tilt Equipment Trailer to be purchased for the City of Raleigh. All items described within the specifications must
be new, unused, and of the manufacturer's latest design and model, unless otherwise specified. All standard equipment
and accessories must be provided. All necessary accessories and parts not included but needed for the full use and
operation of the item(s) specified, must be supplied. Unnecessary, optional items may be priced separately if not specified.
All items and product prices proposed in response to this Bid are to include all transport, freight and fuel surcharges, and
be delivered FOB Raleigh, North Carolina to the location provided on the City Purchase Order. All items are to be
delivered safely, or shipped in a protective carton, fully assembled and serviced, ready for use and operation. Bidders
must submit product literature and manufacturer's specifications with their bid proposal. All supplies, equipment, and
apparatus must meet all Federal, State, and Local safety regulations, requirements, and guidelines, such as OSHA, US
DOT, NC-DOT, NFPA, UL, etc., if so regulated.
All vendors and contractors, the bids submitted, and the items and equipment proposed, must meet the minimum
requirements and specifications below.
Meets Minimum
Minimum Specification
Requirements
Dimensions & Capacity Yes No Exceptions
GVWR Minimum of 17,000lbs.
Minimum of 22 ft total
Minimum of 8 ft stationery and
Deck Length
minimum of 14 ft 6 inches
hydraulic tilt deck
Minimum 82 inches Between
Deck Width
Fenders
Deck Height Minimum of 26 inches
Meets Minimum
Minimum Specification
Requirements
Construction & Materials Yes No Exceptions
6 inch channel Main frame with 3
inch channel crossmembers
Frame
spaced approx. 12 Inch spaced
12 Inch on Center
6 Inch Channel Wrap-around
Tongue
Design
Flooring 2 Inch treated wood deck
Primed and coated with two
Finish coats of automotive-grade
enamel
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Color: Black
Meets Minimum
Minimum Specification
Requirements
Running Gear Yes No Exceptions
Two (2) 8,000 lb. E-Z Lube Axles
Axles
(or equivalent).
Heavy-duty slipper spring
Suspension
suspension
Steel mod wheels (White or
Wheels:
silver)
Tires 215/75 R 17.5, load range H
Meets Minimum
Minimum Specification
Requirements
Coupler & Safety Yes No Exceptions
Hitch Adjustable Pintle Hitch
Heavy-duty safety chains
Safety Chains
included
Meets Minimum
Minimum Specification
Requirements
Brakes & Lighting Yes No Exceptions
Brakes All-Wheel electric brakes
Lifetime LED lights, sealed
Lighting
modular wiring harness
Meets Minimum
Minimum Specification
Requirements
Trailer-Mounted Pump, Tank & Reel Yes No Exceptions
65-Gallon Plastic Water Tank
Mounted at front of stationary
Water Tank
trailer Deck (Exhibit 1)
Securely Mounted
Manual Hand-Crank hose Reel
Mounted at front of stationary

trailer Deck (Exhibit 1)
Hose Reel Assembly Reel Capacity of minimum 100 ft

hose
Minimum hose rating of 60psi

working pressure
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Quick-disconnect fitting at pump

outlet
Strain Relief on hose connection
Drip stop or check valve
Delavan 5850-201E PowerFLO
Electric Diaphragm pump (or
Equivalent)
Pump 12 VDC Power
Minimum flow rate of 5 GPM
Minimum pressure rating of

60PSI
Installed inside Trailer Tongue

Toolbox
Vibration-isolated Base
Plumbing Routed to prevent

abrasion
Pump mounting
Electrical wiring protected from

weather and mechanical damage
Rubber grommets installed
where wiring / plumbing passes
through metal
7-pin RV connector or auxiliary

Power Sources circuit
Pin 4 as charge supply
12V Deep-cycle Battery installed
Battery installed inside toolbox
Onboard Power
Battery capable of stand-alone

pump operation
Battery Isolator, voltage sensing

relay or DC-DC charger installed
Back-feed prevention
Provides controlled charging of
Electrical Isolation
trailer battery
Minimum device rating of 30A
continuous (or higher than
alternator charge line capacity)
Charge line fuse: 20-30A (per

isolator/charger requirements)
Pump circuit fuse: 15A
Electrical protection Charge line fuse within 7inches

of battery
Battery leads fused within 7

inches of connection
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Minimum 12 AWG Conductors
for pump and charge circuits (or
Wiring Requirements 10 AWG if cable runs exceed
~15ft / voltage drop is greater
than 3%)
Weatherproof On/Off switch
Switch Mounted on exterior of

toolbox
Pump Control
Switch interrupts pump power

regardless of power source
Switch clearly labeled
Hydraulic Tilt deck with dual

cylinders
Diamond Plate Fenders
Additional Features
Stake Pockets with rub Rail
Full reflective tape for DOT

Compliance
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Exhibit 1 - Example of reel and tank positioning
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Exhibit 2 - Example of Wiring diagram for electrical connection
Setup.
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CITY OF RALEIGH
NON-DISCRIMINATION ASSURANCES
To the extent permitted by North Carolina law, the parties hereto for themselves, their agents, officials, employees
and servants agree not to discriminate in any manner on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age,
handicap, or sexual orientation with reference to the subject matter of this Contract. The parties further agree, to
the extent permitted by law, to conform with the provisions and intent of City of Raleigh Ordinance 1969-889, as
amended. This provision is hereby incorporated into this Contract for the benefit of the City of Raleigh and its
residents, and may be enforced by action for specific performance, injunctive relief, or other remedy as provided
by law. This provision shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the parties with reference to the subject
matter of this Contract.
SIGNATURE: ______________________________________________
(President/Authorized Officer)
TITLE: ________________________________________________ DATE: _______________________
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