SLED Opportunity · KENTUCKY · BOONE COUNTY
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Boone County Fiscal Court seeks bids for a 2.5 Ton Dump Truck with detailed specifications including diesel engine, hydraulic systems, stainless steel dump body, and comprehensive warranty. Bids due electronically by July 29, 2026, with mandatory pre-build meeting and compliance with federal wage laws.
Boone County Fiscal Court requests bids for a 2.5 Ton Dump Truck.
(a) adherence to all conditions and requirements of the bid specifications; (b) price; (c) qualifications of the bidder/offer or, including past performance, financial responsibility, general reputation, experience, service capabilities, and facilitates; (d) delivery or completion date; (e) product appearance, workmanship, finish, taste, feel, overall quality, and results of product testing; (f) maintenance costs and warranty provisions; (g) repurchase or residual value. Bids accepted by BCFC will be available to all local government and municipalities in Boone County.
BCFC reserves the right, with the consent of the vendor, to offer awarded contract pricing and terms to other counties and municipalities within the state of Kentucky who may have need for the product(s) and/or service(s). Each county or municipality must obtain prior approval from their governing body prior to procurement of any product(s) and/or service(s).L.
Kentucky Preference Law - The scoring of bids/bids is subject to Reciprocal preference for Kentucky resident bidders and Preferences for a Qualified Bidder or the Department of Corrections, Division of Prison Industries. *Vendors not claiming resident bidder or qualified bidder status need not submit the corresponding affidavit.
According to KRS 45A.343, the bidder is required to reveal to BCFC any confirmation of violation of KRS Chapters 136, 139, 141, 337, 338 and 342 by the bidder within the previous five (5) years; and that the bidder has been and is in continuous compliance with the provisions of KRS Chapters 136, 139, 141, 337, 341, and 342 for the duration of the contract. The failure of a bidder to reveal a final determination of a violation to a local government, or to comply with the statutory requirements, is considered grounds for cancellation of a contract and disqualification of the contractor or vendor from eligibility for any BCFC contracts for a period of two (2) years.
The successful bidder shall comply with the Kentucky Human Rights Act, HRA 344.150-344.270 as amended and any rules and regulations, including, but not limited to the Equal Employment Opportunity EEO 45.550 – 45.640 which is incorporated by reference. Also, the successful bidder shall comply with the Employment Discrimination Act, EDA 344.040, 344.050 as amended.
On behalf of Boone, Kenton and Campbell County Fiscal Courts, Boone County Fiscal Court will receive sealed bids electronically via the County's electronic bidding system only until 2:00 pm (local time), Wednesday, July 29, 2026 for a 2.5 Ton Dump Truck. Bids must be submitted electronically. Late, hand delivered (paper), emailed or facsimile bids will not be accepted. Bids will be opened online at the time listed above.
The bidder will be required to provide verification of insurance coverage in accordance with the parameters that follow. The successful bidder will have fifteen (15) calendar days to comply with this requirement, excluding County holidays and non-workdays, if applicable.
The bidder must maintain the insurance coverage required by the County while this contract is in force, including automatic renewal terms, and shall provide documentation of such insurance in a form satisfactory to the County.
In the event that the bidder changes their insurance carrier, new verification of insurance coverage must be provided to the County by the new insurance carrier within ten (10) days of the change of policy.
The bidder shall purchase and maintain in force, at their own expense, such insurance as will protect them and the County from claims, which may arise out of or result from the bidder's execution of the work, whether such execution be by the bidder, bidder's employees, agents, sub-Contractors, or by anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable. The insurance coverage shall be such as to fully protect the Owner, the Engineer (if applicable) and the public from all claims for injury and damage resulting by any actions on the part of the bidder or bidder's forces as enumerated above. The bidder shall furnish a copy of an original Certificate of Insurance, naming Boone County as an additional insured. Certificate of Insurance must have an original signature. Should any of the policies be canceled before the expiration date, the issuing company will mail 30 days written notice to the certificate holder. The bidder shall furnish insurance in satisfactory limits, and on forms and of companies which are acceptable to the Owner's Attorney and/or Assistant County Administrator and shall require and show evidence of insurance coverages on behalf of any sub-Contractors (if applicable), before entering into any agreement to sublet any part of the work to be done under this Contract.
The following insurance requirements are the Minimum Limits of Liability, Terms, and Coverage that will be acceptable:
The bidder and their insurance company should carefully review the insurance requirements applicable to this agreement. All requirements herein must be met before the County will execute the contract.
ENGINE
1.Diesel in line 6-cylinder engine with minimum HP rating of 350 at 2,000 RPM and minimum torque rating of 1,000 lb.-ft. at 1,400 RPM.
2. Shall be EPA compliant.
3. Engine will have removable cylinder linings/wet sleeves.
4. Engine Exhaust brake. Factory installed. On/Off switch located in dash.
5. Right hand side mounted vertical exhaust and guard with turn out.
6. Dash mounted airflow restriction gauge.
7. Air intake system to include inside/outside air cleaner valve.
8. Electronic engine shut down after fifteen minutes idle time.
9. Electronic engine control to limit maximum highway speed to 65 MPH.
10. Engine block heater 120 volt rated outlet located under driver’s side door. Heater rated to 1,000 watts minimum.
11. Extended life engine coolant.
12. Heated fuel/water separator.
AFTER TREATMENT
1. Right hand side.
2. Cab access integral to design.
3. Polished diamond plate or stainless-steel cover.
TRANSMISSION
1. Allison 3000 RDS – Automatic six speed.
2. Provision for Power Take Off.
3. Push Button Controls located in dash.
4. Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid.
5. Auto Neutral.
FUEL/DIESEL EXHAUST FLUID TANKS
1. Single 50-gallon aluminum diesel fuel tank mounted on driver’s side.
2. Tank will incorporate access to cab.
3. Diesel Fuel tank shall be appropriately marked.
4. DEF tank to be a minimum of 6 gallons and have dash mounted gauge to monitor tank level.
5. DEF tank to be located next to fuel tank and shall be appropriately marked.
AXLES & SUSPENSION
1. GVW Plate Rating 39,000 lbs. Minimum.
2. Front Axle - 18,000 lbs. minimum rated capacity.
3. Front Suspension – 18,000 lbs. minimum rated leaf springs.
4. Heavy Duty Front shock absorbers.
5. Rear Axle - 30,000 lbs. minimum rated capacity.
6. Rear Axle Ratio – 6.14.
7. Rear Suspension – 30,000 lbs. minimum rated leaf springs with helpers.
8. Stemco type wheel seals, wet type, front and rear.
TIRES AND WHEELS
1. All rated for 70 MPH or greater.
2. Front Tire – Tubeless radial. 315/80R22.5 – 20 Ply. - Mud/Snow tread.
3. Rear Tire – Tubeless radial. 11R22.5G – 14 ply - Mud/Snow tread.
4. 9” – 10” Steel disc wheels, 10-hole, 22.5 x 8.25, ISO powder coated.
STEERING
1. Hydraulic power steering, 16,000-pound steering gear.
FRAME
1. Steel frame.
2. 2,500,000 RBM.
3. Additional front frame reinforcement as needed for snowplow.
TRUCK CAB AND CHASSIS
1. Four sets of keys.
2. Aluminum air ride cab.
3. Wing style dashboard for safer operation. Parking brake valve assembly located in top face of dashboard within easy reach of operator and not obstructed by tower.
4. High back air ride suspension driver’s seat with air lumbar.
5. Driver and passenger cloth seats with armrests, grey or black interior color.
6. Adjustable tilt and telescoping steering column.
7. Factory installed air conditioning, heat and defrost.
8. Heated windshield – front windshield to contain integrated heating element.
9. Six (6) lighted switches installed in dashboard. (1Plow Lights) (2 Strobes) (3 Spinner Lights) (4 Automatic on spot Chains) (6 Locking Rear).
10. Two 950+ lumen LED lights mounted on rear underbody to be adjustable to shine on spinner. Lights cannot be blocked by truck or any accessories. Location to be determined at Prebuild Meeting.
11. 950 (Nine Hundred Fifty) Lumen light mounted under body on right rear of truck engaged when transmission is put into reverse. The truck or any accessories will not block light.
12. Electric Asphalt Tarp switch installed so that driver’s door must be open to reach switch.
13. Automatic Tire Chains – On Spots - Installed in front of rear axle.
14. Power left and right windows.
15. Power door locks.
16. Noise cancelling insulation for cab.
17. 12-volt power and ground connections located in roof/overhead console capable of powering CB Radio Ignition hot only.
18. Internal and external grab handles on left and right side of cab.
19. Powered 12-volt auxiliary outlet.
20. West coast style mirrors with main mirror and convex mirror. Left and right main mirror controlled from cab and both heated.
21. Non-slip rubber floor mat for cab.
22. Driver and passenger side removable weatherized floor mats.
23. Frame mounted aluminum or stainless-steel toolbox. 18”x18”x18”.
24. Standard AM/FM radio with weather band, Bluetooth and auxiliary input(s).
25. Two speakers in cab.
26. Road Watch system to include ambient air temperature and pavement temperature installed per factory specifications and readout located in dash with unobstructed view. (Unless snow and ice control system have integrated air and road temperature systems.)
27. Poly fenders over rear wheels with steel brackets. Poly fenders with attached mud flap and steel brackets installed at correct height when loaded. No additional mud flaps required.
28. The body shall have all required lighting, back-up lights as required by the latest DOT, ICC, and OSHA regulations. All lights shall be recessed into the dump body at the rear of the truck. Three marker lights installed in top of hitch plate.
29. Locking rear differential.
30. Chassis module located inside cab.
31. Speed sensor with additional signal wired to tower location.
32. Trailer brake hand control.
33. Air horn will be mounted under the cab in protected orientation.
34. All cab steps no slip, polished stainless-steel finish.
35. Front fenders must cover front tires. Fender extensions may be used.
36. H FMVSS111 Backup Camera (OEM or Aftermarket with at least 7” monitor, lights and reflectors included). Camera mounted on top of passenger rail/rear corner of dump bed in a protective steel housing. Screen location determined by County.
37. High visibility orange colored seat belts, driver and passenger.
38. Front grill remains stationary, fixed, and in line with radiators and coolers when hood is opened. Do not cut front grill.
39. In cab power supply provided for customer supplied AVL unit. Location TBD.
40. Pre-trip light test switch located inside driver’s door, easily accessed from the ground. Switch will be protected / shrouded from accidental activation.
41. Light that shines on steps when doors are opened.
42. Tripod Bracketed, Fender mounted 8” Convex Mirrors
43. Electric brake controller and all wiring.
RUST AND CORROSION PROTECTION
1. All frame and chassis fabrication, under cab, and under dump body shall be rust proofed with corrosion preventive compound meeting MIL-C-62218 specifications.
PAINT – CAB – SEE OPTION(S) SHEET - NO PAINT ON STAINLESS STEEL BED
ABS AIR BRAKE SYSTEM
1. Air dryer with heater.
2. Air compressor 13.7 CFM minimum.
3. Air Tanks painted black.
4. Brakes, service – Shall meet requirements of FMVSS121 and any mandatory federal requirements regarding Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Traction Control. Units shall have air brakes, front /rear cam type, with automatic slack adjusters, automatic moisture ejectors and inverted brake chambers. Units shall also have dust shields.
5. Air tank drains.
6. Low-pressure warning light and alarm.
7. Trailer brake air brake system extension to rear of truck frame. To be complete with SAE- J318 glad-hand couplers and covers equal to Midland model 11445 or equivalent, all necessary valves, controls and plumbing to make complete and workable system for towing a trailer with air brakes. Glad-hand couplers shall be recessed at the rear frame rail, without interfering with operation of the dump body or V box when installed or towing trailer.
PINTLE HOOK
1. 6,000 lbs. vertical and 50,000 lbs. trailer pull, swivel type, spring mounted in fabricated 1/2" channel, equal to Wallace Forge Company T25 and with two (2) - 1" drop forged “D" rings. Channel reinforced "A" frame bracing.
2. Height of pintle, from the ground to the bottom of the saddle, shall not exceed 28 inches.
3. All welds to be continuous and be of AWS standards minimum.
4. Hitch properly cleaned, prepped, primed, and painted black.
5. No lights installed in pintle plate.
6. Butt plate height, pintle hitch height and location of trailer plugs, air and electric, to be determined by buyer at Prebuild Meeting.
ELECTRICAL
1. Dual battery system with 1,800 CCA minimum in frame mounted box.
2. Battery disconnect located inside cab between driver’s door and driver’s seat.
3. Remote jump-start terminals with end posts outfitted with protection from road and salt debris.
4. Electric back up alarm.
5. Equipped with vehicle ground speed sensor to be used by snow and ice control system.
6. Shall be equipped with breakers instead of fuses.
7. 160 AMP Minimum Alternator.
8. Seven pin die cast trailer plug and RV style plug with waterproof boot and proper wiring to be run to pintle hitch for trailer use. Plugs located on left side of hitch plate in their own mounting plate.
9. Electrical connections to be made in protected panel between seats on rear cab wall.
10. Copy of wiring schematic to be provided.
11. All one-piece wiring from power source to electrical item.
12. Connections made at electrical item, spreaders lights, will be weatherproof type when necessary.
13. All LED lighting when applicable. Including heated LED plow lights.
DUMP BODY (ALL STAINLESS STEEL) AND HOIST
1. Capacity to be minimum of six cubic yards.
2. Ten feet long, 7’ wide.
3. 30” sides. Top of sides not to exceed 81” in height from ground to top of side.
4. Dump body continuously welded.
5. Dump Body Floor constructed of ¼” AR400 steel.
6. Dump Body Floor not to exceed 51” in height from ground to floor.
7. The top rail shall be dirt-shedding boxed design with ability to accept wooden sideboards. Sideboards not included.
8. The lower rub rail shall be dirt-shedding design.
9. One wide style, continuously welded side brace.
10. The rear corner posts will accept a side facing clearance light and all rear facing lights. Each post shall have a chain keeper for attaching the tailgate chains. Chains included. Chain retainer and pins to be stainless steel.
11. Back facing left / right turn signals, brake lights and strobes installed in rear corner posts.
12. Rounded, non-welded, floor to side “corners” along length of dump body.
13. The body shall not contain cross members. Unibody construction only.
14. Air operated, 38”, tailgate with switch in cab.
15. Tailgate bracing and tailgate to be double welded.
16. Tailgate will be easily removable and not pinched between bed rails upon delivery.
17. Tailgate will have two lifting eyes on outside top rail.
18. Material door not needed in tailgate.
19. A continuously welded cab shield will run the width of body and contain a tarp duckbill, shroud, will prevent air flow from getting under tarp when open. Height of cab shield will not exceed 126" or 8" or less to the top of the cab.
20. Electric, two arm tarp system. Tarp material shall be made of material able to withstand temperatures associated with the transport of hot mix asphalt, 350 degrees or more. Tarp arms will be spring loaded and will clear exhaust stack and bed during body flex. Tarp motor and all wiring enclosed in weather tight seal.
21. Dump bed up light in cab, located on tower, will accompany flexible arm on dump body so that when bed is raised the red warning light comes on in the cab and is easily visible by the operator.
22. Dual acting lift cylinder, front telescopic hoist. Zerts on all pins. Power up and Down.
23. Inverted cylinder not accepted.
24. Dump body props installed for safety.
25. Four-flush mount LED flashers, two forward facing (left and right side) and one per side (Left and right) installed in cab shied.
26. Dump body will have a slide out ladder located under front left corner of bed.
27. Dump body will have gangplanks/walk rail alongside walls of bed.
28. Dump body will have built in spring activated shovel carriers, one on each side towards rear, that does not interfere with tarp operation when shovel present.
29. Vibrator mounted to underside of bed
HYDRAULICS
1. Entire system calibrated and tested. Copy of hydraulic schematic provided by vendor.
A) PUMP
1. Pump will have the ability to sufficiently run all hydraulics as needed.
2. Pump shall be Dan Foss or approved equal.
3. Pump will be constant run, direct mounted to a transmission mounted power take off.
B) VALVE
1. Valve is to be load sensing Dan Foss type or approved equal.
2. Valve to be rated for a 35 GPM nominal flow.
3. Valve mounted in a fully enclosed housing that is easily removable by one person without tools.
4. Cushion valve will be installed on plow angle in case of contact with object in road.
C) CONTROLS
1. The valve controls shall be a feathered remote air control with air shift actuators for valve.
2. The hoist control shall lock in the center position to prevent accidental actuation. It shall be mounted in a tower between the driver and passenger seats.
3. Snowplow controls mounted in the tower between the seats.
4. Tower will be adjustable, easy to reach and in a comfortable position for operator.
D) RESEVOIR
1. 30-gallon capacity frame mounted; black powder coated reservoir.
2. Marked appropriately.
3. Float assembly wired to warning light in cab to notify operator of low oil.
4. Minimum suction porting to be 2”.
5. Return line to pass thru filter assembly before entering tank.
6. Oil filler/breather cap to be incorporated into tank and have 500-micron removable filter installed.
7. Level and temperature gauge installed on side of tank.
8. Suction side inline ball valve installed at reservoir.
E) PLUMBING
1. The hydraulic system will be plumbed to SAE standards
2. Stainless steel, solid lines, where appropriate, front and rear mounted with poly bushings.
3. Hoses used when necessary.
4. All JIC style stainless steel fittings.
5. All couplers stainless steel.
6. National Pipe Thread connections are allowed at the reservoir, provided they are dry seal type and sealed with liquid sealant.
7. Pressure lines to be SAE100-R2.
8. Couplers to be reversed, male/female and female/male per implement for ease of hook up.
9. Couplers for auger and spinner mounted under rear left and rear right corners of dump body so that, when connected, no part of hose(s) or coupler(s) extends past “dripline” of dump bed. Metal shroud to protect couplers.
CONTROLLER – SALT AND LIQUID
1. Automatic calibration will be required.
2. System will be programmable.
3. System must be capable of operation in ground speed/operator determined rates of material distribution.
4. System will operate in conjunction with ground speed sensor for all granular material (150 – 600 pounds per lane mile), pre-wet (5-12 gallons of brine per ton of granular material) and anti-ice (40-90 gallons per single lane mile) functions at rates that are controllable and lockable to maximize efficient material dispersal.
5. System will be used with brine but have the ability to incorporate brine / industrial or agricultural blends in the future.
6. System will be able to upload/download firmware and data (usage rates…) via wired or USB port as part of closed loop system.
7. On board, screen and controls will be easy to use and understand.
8. On board screen will show all application rates.
9. On board screen will be mounted in a way that does not interfere with other cab controls or vision of operator.
10. System will be tied to central hydraulics.
11. Free technical support will be available 24 hours per day.
12. Force America or Certified Power (PRICE SEPARATE ON BID SHEET)
PLOW HITCH
1. Quick attach loop shall be constructed of 2” C1035 steel cold formed loop which will accept a 2 ½” pin.
2. The loop shall protrude through and be welded to a ship channel which in turn shall be thoroughly gusseted and welded to the back of the A-frame in a manner which will allow the plow table and A-frame to operate in a level position.
3. Hood will be able to open entirely to factory safety latch without moving hitch. See #38 in Cab and Chassis.
4. OEM bumpers reinstalled with modifications and adequate bracing.
5. Sandblasted, primed and painted black.
6. 4” Double acting lift cylinder. Same size plow frame.
7. Ability of lifting arm and cylinder to fold to vertical position and be secured.
PLOW AND FRAME
1. 10’ reversible plow.
2. Full trip 42” height, J moldboard with minimum two adjustable trip springs.
3. Entire plow continuously welded.
4. Six full-length vertical ribs minimum.
5. 4” x 4” x 3/8” steel push frame.
6. 4” Double acting cylinders. Same as lifting cylinder.
7. Mates to quick attach loop system.
8. Rubber snow deflector.
9. Standard highway punch cutting edge with grade 8 bolts and standard AASHO hole spacing.
10. Cutting edge to be minimum of 5/8” thick and 8” height.
11. Parking Jack.
12. Plow will have markers at ends of plow.
13. Pressure relief valve.
STAINLESS STEEL V-BOX AND CHUTE
1. Application rates to be controlled by microprocessor, ground speed sensor and closed loop central hydraulic system and will function as one system.
2. Hopper to fit into 10’ dump body.
3. Granular capacity to be 7 cubic yards minimum.
4. Adjustable Inverted V installed in hopper.
5. All hopper seams to be continuously welded.
6. All hardware to be stainless steel.
7. Top grate screens will be sectioned and attached to anti seize hinges.
8. 7” auger to be used to transport material to spinner chute.
9. Ends of auger shaft will have poly bushings with grease zerts and remote plumbing.
10. Stainless baffles to adjust fall onto spinner and stainless deflectors around spinner disk.
11. Chute will have spinner bypass baffle in order to help with post event, stationary unloading.
12. Chute to be pin able in up-right, folded position for easy loading and unloading of V-box.
13. Polyurethane spinner disk 20”
14. Spinner hydraulic motor mounted on top of spinner disk and will not interfere with granular material flow.
15. All hardware to be stainless steel.
16. All non-stainless-steel parts to be painted black.
17. V-box will have stainless steel latch bar that fits into tailgate latches.
18. Pin able attach point on front of V-box that will not be damaged when loading/hauling material in dump bed.
19. Left and Right spreader lights attached to V-box. Switch in cab.
20. Electrical connection(s) for V-box will be weatherproof type and located in logical area with ease of access.
21. Ladder attached to V-Box for easy access to grates.
22. Fully sleeved fork pockets for easy loading and unloading of V-Box from truck.
LIQUIDS – PRE-WET
1. Single formed tank attached to V-box.
2. Approximately 80-gallon, +/- 5 gallons, capacity.
3. Tank will have absolute minimum number of holes drilled to keep tank integrity.
4. Tank not to interfere with V-box loading or unloading.
5. Gallon markings present at end of tank.
6. Quick fill couplings.
7. Tank plumbed for easy filling/draining from the ground while installed in dump body.
8. Corrosion resistant shut off valves.
9. Brine nozzles in V-box chute.
10. All components mounted in a sealed, corrosion resistant cover.
11. Liquid pump shall be hydraulic driven and capable of applying rates of 5-12 gallons per ton of granular material based on ground speed and controller.
12. Flow meter as needed.
13. Tank will have 2” female quick connect for filling
14. Tank will have a drain valve.
PLUMBING
1. All proper valves, hoses, fittings and wiring installed by vendor.
2. Replaceable in line strainer shall be installed.
3. All hoses and wiring shall be routed away from pinch points, heat and sharp corners.
WARRANTY
1. Cab and chassis bumper to bumper warranted for a period of 7 years or 100,000 miles.
2. Engine and after treatment will be warranted for 5 years or 100,000 miles.
3. Transmission will be warranted for 5 years and unlimited miles.
4. Drive train warranted for 5 years.
5. The dump bed and hydraulic system warranted against defects and workmanship for 2 years, unlimited miles.
6. Warranty(s) will begin on date of final delivery. If truck is delivered but delivery rejected due to specification not being met, warranty will begin day of final delivery.
MANUALS
1. Complete Wiring, Parts and Service manuals shall be available online free of charge for purchased truck.
2. Account(s) will be set up and ready for use.
DIAGNOSTIC SOFTWARE/HARDWARE
1. Diagnostic software shall be available free of charge.
2. Software to have the ability to read and clear codes.
3. Ability to interpret codes.
TRAINING
1. Vendor shall provide training for entire truck and all equipment on day of delivery or other prearranged time.
PRE-SERVICE
1. All new equipment must be pre-serviced to the manufacturer’s recommendations and in first class operating condition when delivered. All service work shall be done in the vendor’s place of business or in another location provided by the vendor. No assembly or servicing of equipment allowed on County property.
2. All specifications per contract shall be met prior to delivery.
TESTING
1. Vendors shall test all systems prior to delivery.
2. Hydraulic system will have been tested and checked for leaks.
3. Pre-wet system, including granular, will have been tested and calibrated.
NOTE:
Parts and service books are to be included for dumps trucks. Any alterations or differences are to be clearly noted on
bids for dump trucks cab and chassis.
1.Stainless steel cheater gate installed in lift gate
2. Twelve-inch, stainless steel, removable asphalt lip on Bed
3. V-Box Pin - Remove and replace with D rings welded on four corners of V-box. Weld four D rings added to inside of dump bed walls. Tailgate latch bar still to be used. Appropriately sized ratchet straps installed at four corners between D rings.
4. Broom Valve within cab controls
5. Paint - Cab Only
NO PAINT on SS Dump Body
6. Stainless steel, side extensions 12" minimum for V-Box
7. Removable, pinned, rear mud flaps attached to dump bed.
8. Hydraulic, belt driven, with flow divider and shoot, shouldering conveyor unit
9. Front mounted reversible angle broom that mounts to plow loop and hydraulics
A mandatory pre-build meeting will take place at NO VALUE (local time) on NO VALUE in the
NO VALUE.
Attendance is mandatory, and attendees shall arrive before/on time and attend the entire meeting to be qualified to bid. Late attendees will not be allowed to participate in the pre-build meeting. Bids received from bidders who did not attend this meeting will not be accepted.
Bid Bond: A bidder’s bond or certified check in the amount of NO VALUE% of the amount bid shall accompany any bid in excess of $100,000.00 for the bid to be acceptable.
Fully executed Bid Bonds should be scanned and submitted electronically in this portal with the #Required Submittals.
A non-mandatory pre-bid meeting will take place at NO VALUE (local time) on NO VALUE at NO VALUE. Attendance is encouraged, and the bidder is required to familiarize themselves with the project, see existing conditions and take note of any specific requirements for the specific project. No additional allowances will be made for lack of knowledge of these conditions by not attending this non-mandatory pre-bid meeting.
This bid has a Federal Prevailing Wage requirement.
Performance and Labor and Material Payment Bond: The Contractor shall have ten (10) days from the date of the County’s request to provide a performance bond and a labor and material payment bond, in the amount of the contract price, as security for faithful performance of the work in strict conformity with the Contract Documents and for payment of all persons who perform labor and furnish materials in prosecution of the work. The surety on such bonds shall be duly authorized to do business in the Commonwealth of Kentucky and be satisfactory to the County.
Specifications may be downloaded electronically by visiting our electronic bidding website.
BKCFC reserves the right to reject any and all bids, to waive any informalities and to negotiate for the modifications of any bid or to accept that bid which is deemed the most desirable and advantageous from the standpoint of customer value and service and concept of operations, even though such bid may not, on its face, appear to be the lowest and best price. No bid may be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after scheduled time of receipt of bids. All terms and conditions of the instructions to bidders are part of and incorporate into the contract between BKCFC and the successful bidder.
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