Towable Government Bids & RFPs

This is a Request for Information (RFI) for the Arctic Mobility Sustainment System (AMSS), aimed at identifying market capabilities and current industry technologies for equipment operating in extreme arctic environments. The AMSS is intended to enable dismounted soldiers to transport sustainment and survivability equipment for 72-hour operations. The RFI seeks mature technologies (TRL 7 and higher) that can provide specific capabilities such as towable arctic transport systems, arctic heaters, locking carabiners, avalanche shovels, emergency blankets, and stoves. Responses should be submitted as a white paper (not exceeding 10 pages) in PDF or DOCX format by April 16, 2026, 5 PM EST, via email to the provided points of contact. Companies will be notified of invitation/non-invitation decisions for an industry day event in June 2026 by the end of May 2026. The government will not be responsible for any costs incurred in furnishing information. This RFI does not constitute an invitation for bid or an indication that the government will contract for any items or services.

Essex County is seeking sealed bids for a new and unused towable drum style handfed gasoline chipper. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on April 16, 2026, and will be opened publicly at the same time and date. Bids can be submitted electronically through Essex County VSS or mailed/delivered to the Purchasing Agent. All bids must be clearly marked Sealed Bid Towable Gasoline Chipper on the outside of the envelope. Specifications and standard proposals can be obtained at the purchasing office. Questions regarding the bidding process should be submitted in writing to the provided email addresses at least six days before the opening date. Addenda will be posted on Essex County's MUNIS VSS and website. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The contract, if awarded, will be completed within thirteen weeks. Bidders must submit executed non-collusion bid certificates and a certificate of compliance with the Iran Divestment Act. Payment will be made within 30 days of delivery and receipt of invoice. The chipper must meet or exceed specified requirements and be delivered and fully operational to the Essex County Department of Public Works facility. Bidders proposing alternate brands must submit manufacturers' specification sheets for equivalency. A minimum one-year full warranty is required for the chipper. Vendors must have five years of experience with the manufacturer. Insurance requirements include commercial general liability and excess/umbrella liability insurance. Bidders must also complete and submit a Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire, Certification of Compliance with Iran Divestment Act, and Non-Collusive Bidding Certification.