Large Sweeper Vacuum

The City of Detroit Office of Contracting and Procurement is soliciting quotes under RFQ 549649 for the furnishing and delivery of a new, large dual broom vacuum sweeper. The required equipment must feature a 16 cubic yard capacity, a GVWR of 66,000 lbs, and an on-board water system for dust suppression, while adhering to OSHA cab sound standards and US Department of Transportation safety and exhaust emission requirements. There is a stated preference for zero-emission or low-emission vehicles. Quotes are due by October 12, 2026, and must be submitted via the Supplier Portal. To be considered responsive, vendors must be manufacturers or authorized sales and service facilities with at least five years of experience producing equipment of this type and size. Bidders are required to provide a list of ten verifiable equipment users located in the Midwest. The award process involves a technical certification that the equipment meets or exceeds all specifications, with any superior claims requiring a performance demonstration. Successful respondents must provide a 5 percent bid bond, as well as payment and performance bonds ranging from 25 to 100 percent of the contract value. The resulting professional services contract will be subject to City of Detroit conditions, including the submission of notarized affidavits regarding hiring policies, equal opportunity, and political contributions. Contractors must provide proof of ISO 27001 certification or an annual SOC 2 Type 2 Report. Payment terms are standard NET 30 days, with invoicing processed through the City of Detroit Vendor Portal and Oracle Cloud. Delivery is specified as F.O.B. Detroit, Michigan, and the unit must be delivered washed and prepped for service.