CMU 2799 Digger Derrick

Agency:	Colorado Mesa University
State:	Colorado
Type of Government:	State & Local
Category:	A - Research and development
Posted:	Apr 12, 2024
Due:	Apr 17, 2024
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Request for Documented Quote

For CMU 2799 Digger Derrick

DQ Issue Date:

Proposal Due Date:

Issued By:

April 8, 2024

April 17, 2024, 11:00 am MST

Shannon Pumphrey

Purchasing Specialist/Buyer

Rev. 03/29/2023

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Table of Contents

Official Means of Communication .......................................................................................................................................... 3

Bid Submission ........................................................................................................................................................................ 3

Background, Overview & Goals .............................................................................................................................................. 3

Brand Name or Equal .............................................................................................................................................................. 3

Bid Evaluation Samples ........................................................................................................................................................... 4

Award ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Required Submittals................................................................................................................................................................ 4

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Official Means of Communication

During the solicitation process for this DQ, all official communication between the Purchasing Department and Offerors

will be via postings on the Rocky Mountain E-Purchasing System (RMEPS) website at:

https://www.rockymountainbidsystem.com. The RMEPS website offers both free and paid registration options that allow for

full access of the solicitation documents and for electronic submission of proposals. NOTE: Free registration on the site

may take up to 24 hours to process; plan registration to allow time for on-time bid submission. The University does

not have access or control of the vendor side of the RMEPS site; contact RMEPS directly to resolve any issues

encountered prior to response deadline at (800) 835-4603.

The Purchasing Department will post notices which will include, but not be limited to, any modifications to

administrative or performance requirements, answers to inquiries received, clarifications to requirements, and the

announcement of the apparent winning Offeror. It is incumbent upon Offerors to carefully and regularly monitor the

RMEPS website for any such postings.

The Purchasing Department will also post communications through the University Open Solicitations website at:

https://www.coloradomesa.edu/procurement-payment/open-solicitations.html. Information on this website is for

reference only; the RMEPS website is the platform of record. It is incumbent that bidders review the University's

Solicitation Instructions.

Bid Submission

Proposals must be received on or before the date and time indicated on the Documented Quote form. Proposals will be

accepted electronically through the RMEPS website. The Documented Quote form MUST be signed by the Offeror or an

officer of the Offeror legally authorized to bind the Offeror to the proposal. Proposals which are determined to be at a

variance with this requirement will not be accepted.

Background, Overview & Goals

Colorado Mesa University’s Lineworker Program has an immediate need for a Digger Derrick. The Freightliner M2016

4x2 Terex C4047 Digger Derrick specifications outline the required features and performance standards for the

program’s needs. Responses submitted offering a brand name or equal must provide a side-by-side comparison of

vehicle features indicating where the equal meets all specifications as noted in the Brand Name or Equal paragraph.

Warranty service and after-sales service and support will be provided in Grand Junction, Colorado.

Brand Name or Equal

Any manufacturer's names, trade names, brand names, or catalog numbers used in the specification are there for the

purpose of establishing and describing overall performance and quality levels. Such references are not intended to be

restrictive, and bids are invited on these and comparable brands or products of any manufacturer. If unable to quote on

items specified, quote on "or equal items", specifying catalog number, brand, etc. Brochures and/ or specifications and

samples of each must be submitted. The University reserves the right to make the final decision as to comparable items.

If bidding a brand name or equal, the bidder is responsible to include in the bid a side-by-side comparison of the equal

brand or manufacturer to the specifications outlined in the solicitation. All bidders must provide detailed information for

the equipment offered highlighting where the specifications have been met or exceeded.

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Bid Evaluation Samples

The University reserves the right to test drive offered vehicles to make a determination of acceptability of vehicle prior

to extending an offer. Colorado Mesa University is not liable for any cost incurred by bidders in preparation of this bid.

All costs are the responsibility of the bidder.

Award

Colorado Mesa University reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to waive informalities and minor irregularities in

bids received and to accept all or any portion of the bid if deemed in the best interest of the University and not contrary

to law. This bid implies no obligation on the part of the University to pay any costs incurred in the preparation or the

submission of such bids, or to purchase or contract for products or services, nor does the University’s silence imply any

acceptance or rejection of any offer.

Purchase order will be issued from Colorado Mesa University, all title work will indicate Colorado Mesa University.

Award will be made to the low responsive and responsible bidder(s) whose bid is acceptable subject to the following

evaluation criteria:

 The truck model offered meets the specifications and includes required features, and desired options.

o Awarded will be required to pass mechanical and DOT inspection as a condition.

 Availability of local dealership for warranty service and repairs.

o Identify the local dealer that will provide warranty service and after sales service and support.

 Price – pricing shall be presented as the complete acquisition cost inclusive of any specified features and options.

 Availability of vehicle

Required Submittals

 Specific information for each model offered.

o Itemized literature that provides detailed specifications must accompany the bid response.

 Warranty information.

 Itemized pricing on the Documented Quote Form.

 Signed Documented Quote form.

 If bidding an equal, include side-by-side comparison to the specified vehicle.

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Documented Quote Form

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Proposals Due: April 17, 2024, by 11:00am MST

Complete and return this form with your submission. Quote DELIVERED PRICES on the following goods or

services. No bid is to be contingent on the purchase of all items listed. The right is reserved to reject any and all

bids or parts thereof.

It is incumbent that bidders review the University's Solicitation Instructions.

Quantity Unit

Description

Digger Derrick

Specifications:

Manufacturer

Freightliner (or equal)

Unit Price Total Price

Model Year

2015 - Current

Chassis

Standard Cab, Single rear Axle, Any GVWR

Freightliner M2106 or similar, 4x2 or 4x4

International 7300 or 4300 or similar, 4x2 or 4x4

Engine

Diesel, between 250-350 Hp.

Transmission

Automatic, Allison or similar

Mileage

90,000 miles or less

Engine Hours

10,000 engine hours or less

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