PLOW BLADES, NOSE PIECES, AND SHOES

The State of New Hampshire, through the Department of Administrative Services, is soliciting bids for a non-exclusive contract to procure snow plow blades, nose pieces, and shoes. The equipment must be manufactured from new materials by experienced providers capable of producing at least 100 units annually. All components must be compatible with Frink or Viking truck attachments and ready for immediate use without modification. Key deliverables include various carbide blades, adaptor blades, straps, and wing shoes, with specific requirements for ASTM A36 Structural Grade hot rolled flat steel for adapter blades. Bidders are required to submit shop drawings for approval by the NHDOT Bureau of Highway Maintenance and provide Certificates of Analysis for carbide inserts and rubber molding. The award will be granted to the responsible vendor offering the lowest cost for conforming bids, with the possibility of awards by individual items. Technical requirements include specific marking and identification stamps on each blade section, the use of lead-free rust-resistant lacquer, and the exclusion of lacquer on carbide edges to allow for physical inspection. Delivery must be completed within 30 days of a purchase order, with prices quoted as F.O.B. Destination. A pre-inspection is mandatory prior to delivery. Bids must be submitted via email to the Bureau of Purchase and Property by November 9, 2026, and must include a signed transmittal letter, pricing offer, and vendor contact information.