42424 - Purchase of Two Bigfoot Hurricane Dump Trailers

The St. Johns River Water Management District is seeking to purchase two 8 ft. x 20 ft. Bigfoot Hurricane dump trailers to support land management, maintenance, restoration, and conservation operations across its properties. The trailers must meet strict technical specifications including a 25,900 lbs gross vehicle weight rating, 16,000 lbs load capacity, one-piece gooseneck head, telescopic three-stage hydraulic ram, dual 12,000 lbs Dexter Torflex oil-bath axles, one-piece 3/16-inch steel plate deck, heavy-duty loading ramps, adjustable 25,000 lbs coupler, LED lighting with plug-and-play wiring, full aluminum-frame electric tarp system, 10-inch I-beam frame, 17.5-inch 16-ply radial tires, Bigfoot EVERCOAT paint system, full rub rail with D-rings, self-adjusting electric brakes on all wheels, emergency breakaway brake system with automatic float charger upgrade, one mounted radial spare tire, and 3-inch structural channel crossmembers spaced 16 inches on center. The procurement is conducted under a Quote Request numbered 42424 with a submission deadline of July 30, 2026 at 5:00 PM, and the award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. All delivery must be completed by September 30, 2026, to 4049 Reid Street, Palatka, FL 32177, under FOB destination terms, and suppliers must provide 48 hours’ advance notice, deliver during normal business hours, and coordinate with the District Project Manager. The contract is governed by Florida state statutes and the Uniform Commercial Code, Article 2, rather than federal FAR clauses. Payment will be made within 45 days of inspection and acceptance, provided invoices are submitted within 15 days of delivery. The District is exempt from all Florida sales, excise, and federal transportation taxes. Bidders must be authorized to do business in Florida, registered on SunBiz, registered in E-Verify, and provide certifications against collusion, non-conformance, human trafficking, drug use in the workplace, discrimination, and involvement with boycotted countries or entities. A Common Carrier Attestation and Affidavit of Non-Collusion are required, along with a General Qualifications Questionnaire and Similar Projects Form. Submittals must