420-540075 - Lift Inspection - District Two Anniston

The Calhoun County ALDOT office is soliciting bids for the annual inspection of a 2-post electric and hydraulic lift located at 1545 U.S. Highway 431 North, Anniston, Alabama. To be eligible, vendors must be ALI Certified for the inspection of 2-post above-ground lifts. The required inspection must be completed by November 30, 2024. This solicitation, numbered SRC0000024533, was posted on September 9, 2024, with a response deadline of September 20, 2024. The procurement is governed by the State of Alabama's standard terms and conditions, incorporating the Department of Finance Administrative Code. Award decisions are expected to follow a best value approach, considering cost realism, price reasonableness, and supplier qualifications. Mandatory requirements for vendors include registration in the Alabama Buys portal, E-Verify compliance under the Beason-Hammon Act, and certification of Alabama sales tax compliance. Additionally, vendors must certify they are not debarred or suspended and must not participate in economic boycotts contrary to Alabama law. Bids should be submitted electronically via the Alabama Buys portal. Hardcopy submissions are permitted only if coordinated in advance and received at least three days before the closing date. The State of Alabama retains sole responsibility for inspection and acceptance of services at the destination. All personnel provided by the vendor are considered independent contractors and are excluded from the State Merit System.