DCR Snowplow Furnish and Installation on Ford F-450 Dump Truck

The Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation is seeking fixed-price bids for the furnishing and installation of one new commercial-grade steel straight-blade snowplow on a 2019 Ford F-450 dump truck. The required equipment must have a width between 8 feet 6 inches and 9 feet and include heavy-duty dual angling cylinders, multi-position trip springs, a vehicle-specific mounting frame, a heavy-duty plow box structural frame, a 12V DC in-cab controller, and a matching electrical wiring harness. The contractor is responsible for all labor and materials, including the removal of existing bumper components if necessary. All work must be completed by October 31, 2026, and the vendor must be located within 50 miles of Pocohontas State Park in Chesterfield, Virginia. This solicitation is a small business set-aside, with award priority given to DSBSD-certified micro and small businesses. To be eligible, bidders must be manufacturer-authorized dealers and certified installers to maintain the original equipment manufacturer warranty. The contract includes a two-year warranty against defects in material and workmanship, and the contractor must provide preventive maintenance and testing during this period. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder on a grand total basis. Bids must be submitted electronically by October 16, 2026, and must include a vendor data sheet, applicable licenses, unit specifications, and warranty terms.