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Dump Trucks with Snow and Ice Removal Provisions
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The City of Ames, Iowa, is seeking bids from qualified vendors to supply four new dump trucks equipped with snow and ice removal features, with no trade-in options included. The procurement process is managed through the AmesBids online platform, with a deadline for bid submissions set for 2:00 p.m. CDT on February 9, 2024. Vendors must be registered suppliers on the platform to participate, and all questions regarding the bid must be submitted by January 26, 2024. The schedule includes key dates such as the issuance of the RFP on January 8, 2024, a pre-bid conference on January 12, 2024, and the final bid submission deadline. The City emphasizes that bid documents are only available through its official procurement division, and late submissions will not be considered. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and determine the best interests of the City in awarding the contract. The contract, identified as City of Ames Contract No. 2024-101, falls under NAICS code 488490 and involves the procurement of heavy-duty dump trucks suitable for winter maintenance operations. The process is structured to ensure transparency and competitive bidding, with clear instructions for bid submission, clarification requests, and adherence to specified schedules. The City’s procurement policies highlight that costs associated with preparing proposals are the responsibility of the vendors, and the City retains the discretion to accept or reject bids based on its evaluation criteria. The overall goal is to acquire reliable, specification-compliant equipment to support the City’s snow and ice removal efforts during winter seasons, ensuring operational readiness and safety for residents.
General Info
Agency
Place of Performance
IA, USASet-Aside
Timeline
Submission Closed
Organization & Contact Information
Full Description
Bids will be accepted by the City of Ames until 2:00 p.m. CDT on February 9, 2024, in AmesBids at amesbids.ionwave.net or delivered to City of Ames, Purchasing Attn: Procurement Specialist, 515 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010, City of Ames Contract No. 2024-101. Must be a registered supplier to submit a bid in AmesBids.
Questions and requests for clarification of requirements for this equipment are encouraged. All questions and requests for clarification to the Invitation to Bid shall be received no later than 5:00 p.m. CDT on January 26, 2024. Said questions are to be submitted in AmesBids at amesbids.ionwave.net. All bids shall be submitted in AmesBids at amesbids.ionwave.net or delivered to City of Ames, Purchasing Attn: Purchasing Manager, 515 Clark Ave, Ames, IA 50010. All bids received after the deadline for submission of proposals as stated herein shall not be considered and shall be return to the late Vendor unopened. Vendor assumes all risk associated with delivery of their proposal prior to the specified time deadline. Bids shall be uploaded to the "Response Attachment" in AmesBids.
The schedule represents the City's best estimate of the schedule that will be followed. If a component of this schedule is delayed, the rest of the schedule will be shifted accordingly.
The approximate contract schedule is as follows:
Issue Request for Proposal: January 8, 2024
Pre-Bid Video Conference: January 12, 2024 @ 10:00 AM
Final Date to Submit Written Questions: January 26, 2024 @ 5:00 PM Bids Due: February 9, 2024 @ 2:00 PM
The City of Ames Purchasing Division is the only authorized source of bid documents. Bid documents obtained from any other source may have an incomplete set of documents. Companies using proposal documents not obtained from the City of Ames Purchasing Division on AmesBids are advised to visit amesbids.ionwave.net to enable receipt of necessary addenda. Reproduction of these documents without the express permission of the City of Ames is prohibited.
No Company may withdraw their bid for at least sixty days after the scheduled closing time for receiving bids.
It is expressly understood that any costs associated with preparing a submittal shall be at the expense of the Vendor.
The City does hereby reserve the right to reject any or all bids, to waive informalities, and to enter into such contract, or contracts, as it shall deem to be in the best interest of the City.
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