24-RQ213812-NM - School System Replacement Wreckers IFB Project

The North Carolina Department of Public Instruction is seeking bids for the purchase of School System Wreckers on an "as needed" basis. The wrecker is a vehicle for towing school buses and school activity buses primarily, and most of these will replace existing older wreckers. The contract term will be for three years, with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms. Key features and specifications of the wrecker include: * Wheelbase: Approximately 230” * Cab to Axle: 156” minimum * GVWR: 52,000 lbs. minimum * Front axle: 12,000 lbs. minimum * Rear axle: Tandem with driver locking differential * Gear Ratio: 4.88 * Suspension: Rear tandem air-ride suspension capable of 40,000 lb capacity minimum * Engine Type: diesel, electronically controlled in-line 6 cylinder 300 HP, 860 lb-ft torque * Transmission: 6 speed Automatic with O/D or manual, synchronized, 6 speed O/D * Clutch (if manual transmission): Eaton Fuller (EP1402SD) Easy Pedal Plus * Power Take Off (PTO): PTO to be air operated and have illuminated switch mounted on dash * Exhaust: Frame mounted, vertical tailpipe approximately the same height as cab * Water/ Fuel Separator: Racor model 490, or equivalent * Alternator: Leece-Neville 210 amp minimum * Battery: Two maintenance free 12 volts, 1850 CCA total * Power steering/Steering column: Tilt column only with forward/rearward seat travel * Brakes: Air operated dual brake system with Bendix AD9 or AD9si air dryer with heater * Cab: Conventional steel * Air Compressor: Minimum 13.2 CFM * Service Brake interlock: Required * Tires: Front: 295/75 R 22.5, load range H, Rear: 295/75 R 22.5, load range H * Hub: Piloted disc type wheel * Fuel tank: 50 gallons full of fuel at time of delivery * Hood: Fiberglass tilt with hood stop * Frame Rail: 120,000 lb. PSI * Cab Heat: Heater and air conditioning factory installed * Glass: Manufacturer’s standard Tinted windshield and side windows * Horns: Dual, high/low notes and air horn * Back-up alarm: Rated at minimum 102db * Radio: Manufacturers standard AM/FM * Driver Seat: Air-suspension and standard two-person passenger seat * Exterior finish: National School Bus Yellow with base and clear coat * Exterior Mirror: Dual west coast type with convex mirrors on both sides * Exterior Rear: Back up Camera * Wrecker Body Specifications: + Boom: 20-ton minimum integrated boom with dual hydraulic pump system + Capacities: 50,000 lb. tow capacity, under lift rated 24,000 lb. minimum retracted, 12,000 lb. minimum extended + Body: Cab to Axle: Minimum 156”, 96” wide modular body, pylon with light bar, rubber fenderettes, chain racks, air and electric hook-ups, rear work lights, tail board recovery anchors, low profile fork holders, 8 sets cast steel forks, two axles to fork securement straps, pair of spring lift adapters, pair hook adapters + Tool and Storage Boxes: Front storage box tunneled 36” and approximately six side storage tool boxes, with lights * The vendor shall provide manufacturers information or specifications of the separator offered with the bid. * The vendor shall provide a completed and signed version of ATTACHMENT A: PRICING, which includes the estimated annual quantity, description, make, model, unit cost, and total cost for each line item. * The vendor shall provide a completed and signed version of ATTACHMENT D: HUB SUPPLEMENTAL VENDOR INFORMATION and ATTACHMENT F: LOCATION OF WORKERS UTILIZED BY VENDOR. * The vendor shall provide a completed and signed version of CERTIFICATION FOR CONTRACTS, GRANTS, LOANS, AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS and the OMB STANDARD FORM LLL. * The vendor shall disclose any permissible (non-federal) paid lobbying on the Federal Awards being applied for. * The vendor shall support the State, as necessary, to promptly replace any products recalled in accordance with applicable state or federal regulations. * The vendor shall designate and make available to the State a contract manager and a customer service point of contact. * The vendor shall provide invoices to the Purchasing Agency, which shall include detailed line item information to allow the Purchasing Agency to verify pricing at point of receipt matches the correct price from the original date of order. * The vendor shall proceed diligently to perform their respective duties and responsibilities under this Contract, and shall negotiate in good faith to resolve any disputes that may arise.