Wichita Bonfire #260190

City of Wichita Solicits Bids for Two Four-Wheel Drive Loader/Backhoes with Options and Training

The City of Wichita Public Works & Utilities Department/Fleet Division is seeking bids for new, unused four-wheel drive rubber-tired loader/backhoes for its fleet operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Wichita, Public Works & Utilities Department, Fleet Division - Purchasing Manager: Josh L. Lauber, MBA, CPSM - Products Requested: - Two (2) new, unused four-wheel drive rubber-tired loader/backhoes - Must meet detailed specifications including Tier 4 Final diesel engine, specific hydraulic system, cab features, safety lighting, and industry/SAE standards - Example model: Caterpillar 420-F (indicative only; equivalents accepted) - Optional equipment: - Hydraulic hammer (impact energy class 800 ft-lb, 720-1740 blows per minute, 1,450 psi minimum operating pressure, 2.68-inch tool diameter minimum, 24-inch tool length minimum) - Glide Ride feature (reduces bucket spill over rough terrain) - Extended warranty (minimum 3 years/3,000 hours on hydraulic system and powertrain) - Services Requested: - Minimum 4 hours of on-site operation and maintenance training for City personnel - Includes transportation and lodging if training is outside 20 miles from Wichita - Notable Requirements: - Equipment must be new and unused - Vendors must provide maintenance training and spare parts - Service facilities with qualified staff and parts inventory must be local, or manufacturer must provide factory-trained technicians able to respond within 24 hours at no extra cost - All equipment must meet or exceed industry or SAE standards - Award based on lowest and best total net bid, including options - OEMs Highlighted: - Caterpillar (as indicative model; equivalents from other manufacturers accepted) - No specific vendors or resellers named; open to all qualified manufacturers meeting requirements

Description

The City of Wichita is seeking bids from firms to provide a four-wheel drive rubber-tired loader/backhoe for the Fleet Division. The equipment must be new and unused, meeting or exceeding industry or SAE standards. The manufacturer must have satisfactory experience and provide local service facilities or certified technicians available within 24 hours. The award will be based on the lowest and best total net bid with options as selected.

View original listing