PURCHASE OF LAUNDRY TRAILER FOR THE HOMELESS OUTREACH PROGRAM

The City of Wilmington is seeking a single, basic‑model laundry trailer to support its Homeless Outreach Program. The trailer must be a 30 ft × 8 ft mobile unit equipped with fresh‑water and waste‑water tanks, propane‑fired hot‑water heater, seven washer/dryer stations, electrical and plumbing systems, and a generator capable of powering all equipment. The solicitation is a sealed‑bid, unit‑price procurement with a one‑year warranty requirement, and the bid deadline was extended to October 31, 2024 3 PM. The city requires vendors to be registered in SAM (if federal funds are involved) and to provide the UEI or exemption documentation. Evaluation will be based on the lowest responsible bid, with consideration for delivery schedule and compliance with all specifications. • Scope: delivery of one fully equipped laundry trailer (incl. tanks, generator, propane, AC, and electrical panel). • Funding: city funds with a portion from FEMA; no budget amount disclosed. • Key requirements: 50 A, 220 V power cords (per Addendum 2), SAM registration, one‑year warranty, compliance with NC statutes and federal clauses. • Procurement method: sealed‑bid, full and open competition; award to the lowest responsible bidder. • Important dates: bid questions due Oct 15 2024, original bid deadline Oct 24 2024 (extended to Oct 31 2024), bid opening same day/time.