SEF2475 Dedicated Snow Blowers *Amendment 1*

The State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, HQ State Equipment Fleet, is soliciting bids for the purchase of three new, current-year production 4x4 Dedicated Snow Blowers for use at airports statewide. The contract spans a five-year period and requires equipment featuring a dedicated chassis drive system, an additional engine to power a 5,000 TPH snow blower head attachment, and a directional control chute. Bidders must be authorized dealers with service facilities located in Anchorage and provide verification of factory training and experience with similar units. The award will be granted to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder whose proposal conforms to all material specifications, including maximum height limits of 162 inches and compliance with FAA Advisory Circular 150/5220-20, EPA emissions, and FMVSS regulations. Key administrative requirements include a price guarantee for 180 days following the bid opening and the mandatory passing of all price decreases, such as fleet rebates, to the state. Bidders must certify compliance with Buy American preferences and nondiscrimination regulations under 49 CFR Part 21. A performance bond is required within 30 days of the first purchase order. Final acceptance occurs at the final destination after all deficiencies are corrected and bill of materials are provided. The bid opening is scheduled for May 12, 2026, at 2:30 PM, with a deadline for amendment requests on April 30, 2026. All bids must include unit pricing, extensions, and technical drawings showing the machine's dimensions.