Region 1 — Compact Track Loaders in Region 1 Supply loader without an operator for multi-year use by the Department.

The Maine Department of Transportation is soliciting bids for the supply of compact tracked loaders for multi-year use in Region 1. The contract covers the provision of equipment, scheduled preventative maintenance, service calls, and delivery and pickup. To be eligible, equipment must be no more than two years old with a maximum of 1,600 hours at the time of initial delivery. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive bidder who can demonstrate the successful completion of projects of similar size and scope. Technical requirements are stringent, requiring a minimum 90 gross HP 4-cylinder liquid-cooled diesel engine, a minimum lifting capacity of 2,000 lbs, and a maximum operating weight of 12,800 lbs. The machines must feature a fully enclosed, climate-controlled ROPS type cab with HEPA filtration and a universal attachment plate compatible with Bobcat A300 attachments, specifically supporting pavement grinders, hydraulic breakers, forestry cutters, and sweepers. Additional specifications include a minimum dump height of 90 inches, a bucket width between 82 and 84 inches, and a minimum travel speed of 7 M.P.H. The contractor must provide a Lessor's certificate three weeks prior to delivery at the Region DOT facility in Scarborough, Maine. Payments are issued monthly based on Department-generated quantities or contractor informational statements. The Department maintains the right to reject equipment within 72 hours of initial use for non-conformance or deficiencies. No bid, performance, or payment bonds are required for this solicitation.