932111/LOADER, BACKHOE, ATTACHMENT#27-014A *BRAND SPECIFIC*

The Internal Services Department of California is soliciting bids for a brand-specific backhoe loader attachment, specifically a skidsteer hitch, along with associated components including 15 feet of 7-inch EPDM rubber wire ducting and an ultra web filter. All equipment provided must be new, unused, current models. The contract is structured as a Request for Bid (RFB) under solicitation number RFB-IS-27200328, with a response deadline of November 30, 2026. Award selection will be based on the lowest total acceptable offer on a lot total basis, with the County reserving the right to evaluate bidders on responsiveness, responsibility, and technical compliance. Bidders must submit their responses via the Vendor Self Service Portal, including a completed specification sheet, signed Appendix A PDF, and Exhibit 6 in Excel format. Authorized distributors or resellers must provide a certification letter from the manufacturer on official letterhead. The contract requires strict adherence to California Labor Code prevailing wages and international child labor standards. Delivery is F.O.B. Delivered, with commodities typically accepted between 9:00 am and 3:30 pm. The County maintains a 30-day window for incoming acceptance tests and reserves the right to reject any items that do not conform to the stated specifications.