Portage County, WI is seeking bids for snow and ice equipment to be installed on two patrol trucks. Bids are due by 2:00 PM on 07/28/2026. Key requirements include dump bodies, sanders, underbody scrapers, and related hydraulic and electrical components. Delivery is expected 115 days after chassis delivery. Awards will be made to the lowest responsible bidder meeting specifications. Questions are due by 07/16/2026.
Delivery is desired as soon as possible after receipt of a purchase order, with delivery expected 115 days after delivery of the chassis to the successful bidder. Delivery expected 115 days after delivery of chassis to successful bidder.
The county's terms are to pay or reject invoices within 30 days of receipt. The countys terms are to pay or reject invoices within 30 days of receipt.
A minimum two-year warranty is required on all snow and ice equipment (except wear items), and a minimum three-year warranty on hydraulics, hydraulic controls, and electronic controls for the spreader. Minimum two year warranty on all snow and ice equipment except wear items.
Awards shall be made on the basis of the lowest total cost from a responsive, responsible bidder who meets specifications. Awards shall be made on the basis of the lowest total cost from a responsive, responsible bidder who meets specifications.
Bidders must be an original manufacturer, or an authorized distributor/dealer. They must also supply references of three firms to which similar products and services have been provided in the past five years and have been in the business of snow and ice equipment for at least five years. Bidder must be an original manufacturer, or distributor andor dealercompany authorized by manufacturer.
If delivery is not met, a **** deduction per unit will occur for each calendar day the unit is late. If delivery is not met a **** deduction per unit will occur for each calendar day the unit is late.
Failure to meet specification requirements, failure to acknowledge addenda, failure to provide required forms/information with the bid submittal, or failure to provide product specifications and information may disqualify your bid. Failure to meet specification requirements shall disqualify your bid.