Mother-Daughter Trailer Food Conveyance System

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, on behalf of the Department of Corrections, is seeking a single contract award via an Invitation for Bids to procure a custom Mother-Daughter Trailer Food Conveyance System for the Utah State Correctional Facility. The project involves the design, construction, and delivery of up to nine fully engineered Mother trailers designed to replace high-maintenance box trucks. These trailers must be compatible with existing Taylor-Dunn electric tuggers, capable of carrying four food carts weighing up to 800 lbs each, and feature synchronized four-wheel steering to execute U-turns in 26-foot areas. The initial order must be delivered to the USCF DPO Warehouse in Salt Lake City within 182 days of the order receipt. This is a five-year contract awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with a requirement for the vendor to guarantee pricing for at least two years. Bidders must meet all non-negotiable mandatory minimum requirements and adhere strictly to the Standard Terms and Conditions to avoid disqualification. The contract includes specific compliance mandates, such as E-Verify participation, anti-boycott certifications, and adherence to federal and state non-discrimination laws. Payment terms are set at monthly intervals within 30 days of receiving a correct invoice, and the state retains a 30-day inspection period upon delivery to ensure the equipment meets all safety, manufacturing, and operational standards.