2027-06 Grapple Dump Trailer 2.0

The Habersham County Board of Commissioners in Georgia is soliciting proposals for the purchase of a new, commercial-grade Grapple Dump Trailer intended for storm debris removal. The required equipment must be a deck-over style trailer with a hydraulic dump bed, a 18 to 20 foot bed length, and a 22,000 lb GVWR. The integrated grapple unit must feature a self-contained power unit, hydraulic outriggers, a minimum reach of 21 feet, and a minimum lifting capacity of 3,000 lbs. Bidders are required to provide a detailed price breakdown covering the trailer cost, freight, and other expenses, along with a comprehensive warranty description. Interested vendors must submit a sealed proposal labeled 2027-06 Grapple Dump Trailer 2.0 to the Habersham County Finance Department by 10:00 AM on October 14, 2026. The submission must include a pricing sheet, bidders declaration, non-collusion affidavit, certificate of non-discrimination, and a completed vendor packet containing a W-9 and proof of liability insurance. Additionally, contractors must comply with E-Verify requirements and non-discrimination policies. The county intends to award the contract and issue a purchase order by October 21, 2026, with final possession and payment scheduled for December 1, 2026. Award decisions will be based on the bid that best serves the public interest.