Description
The City of Mobile issued a sealed competitive bid (Bid No. 5084) seeking new 31‑cubic‑yard side‑loader refuse compactor trucks that meet detailed technical specifications and include a five‑year service and warranty plan, operator manuals, and training for city personnel. The solicitation requires vendors to submit a firm‑price, FOB‑destination bid by 11:00 a.m. on 17 Oct 2017, with a 5 % bid bond if required, and mandates business‑license, Certificate of Authority, and E‑Verify compliance for out‑of‑state bidders. Prices must remain valid for one year, with the city reserving the option to extend the contract for up to two additional one‑year periods. No vendor has been awarded at the time of the documents.
• Required commodity: 31 cu‑yd side‑loader refuse compactor trucks (new, 2017/2018 model year).
• Mandatory deliverables: two complete sets of manuals, five‑year service plan/warranty, and training sessions.
• Procurement specifics: sealed bid, all‑or‑none award, 5 % bid bond, price validity 1 yr + up to 2 yr extensions.