Vertical Lift Module Purchase and Installation

The Oregon State Lottery is soliciting proposals under bid number S-177000-00017833 for the purchase and installation of a Vertical Lift Module (VLM) at its headquarters warehouse in Salem, Oregon. The selected contractor will be responsible for providing the VLM hardware, which must fit a space of 16 feet high by 18 feet wide by 6 feet deep, with a maximum load rating of 500 pounds per tray and product height capabilities ranging from 2 to 18 inches. The scope of work includes the procurement of the unit, installation, initial start-up, training, support, and the development of mapping processes and work instructions. All services must be completed within one year of the contract issuance. The procurement process requires a comprehensive submission including a firm price proposal valid for 180 days, a preliminary security application, a responsibility inquiry, and a certified disadvantaged business outreach plan. Evaluation is based on a combination of qualifications and price, with the third lowest price proposal receiving specific point value. Awarded vendors must provide a minimum of one year of labor support and warranty at no cost and transfer all manufacturer warranties to the Lottery. Additionally, the contractor must maintain significant insurance coverage, including 2 million dollars per occurrence for commercial general liability and 1 million dollars for automobile liability, and comply with all state, city, and county permits and safety regulations.