Viking-Cives — Snow and ice equipment

Master Agreement 033126-VCM is a cooperative purchasing contract between Sourcewell, a Minnesota local government unit, and Cives Corporation for the procurement of snow and ice handling equipment, supplies, and accessories. The agreement establishes a turnkey procurement solution for governmental, educational, nonprofit, tribal, and other public agencies across the United States and Canada. The scope of work includes the delivery and installation of plows, distribution equipment, snow melting equipment, and related upfitting, with a requirement that all equipment be new and current-model. The contract has an estimated value of 107.3 million dollars and a primary term of four years, expiring June 11, 2030, with options for up to three one-year extensions. Under the terms of the agreement, participating agencies receive a 25 percent discount off the standard MSRP. The award was determined using a best-value trade-off methodology, with pricing weighted most heavily at 400 points, followed by the depth and breadth of solutions, delivery capabilities, marketing plans, and value-added attributes. Cives Corporation is responsible for ensuring all equipment is delivered operational to the end user's site and is covered by warranties that meet or exceed industry standards. As part of the cooperative model, the supplier is required to pay an administrative fee of 1 to 2 percent of sales to Sourcewell to support program operations.