Tandem Axle Loader Truck with Grapple

The City of Cedar Rapids has issued a Notice of Request for Bid seeking sealed electronic proposals for a tandem axle loader truck equipped with a grapple, with a submission deadline of June 18, 2024. The procurement process mandates that all responses be submitted exclusively through the City’s online E-Procurement portal, IonWave, with no acceptance of email, fax, or hard copy submissions. Bidders are responsible for ensuring their responses are correctly entered into the system, as the City will not be liable for delays or errors. The bids will be opened publicly at 3:00 PM CDT on the specified date, and evaluation will follow promptly. After awarding the contract, a bid tabulation will be shared with all participants, but results will not be disclosed over the phone or prior to the award. Bids may be withdrawn before the deadline, but no modifications or withdrawals are permitted once the sixty-day bid validity period begins. The contract, identified under solicitation number PUR0524-313 Addendum 1, falls within a contract size range of $150,000 to $250,000 and is associated with the NAICS code 532412, indicating a focus on equipment rental and leasing services. The City emphasizes transparency and fairness in the procurement process, with a designated point of contact, Jessica Wilson, available via email and phone for inquiries. The procurement process is also influenced by the City’s Buy Local Purchasing Policy, which favors local businesses within Linn County, Iowa, provided they meet specific criteria and obtain certification. This policy aims to support local economic development but includes exclusions such as purchases under competitive laws, grants, or sole-source contracts. The comprehensive process ensures competitive bidding while promoting local business participation, with detailed instructions and evaluation criteria outlined in the related documentation.