Flat Bed Trailer

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Background The Commonwealth of Kentucky's Finance and Administration Cabinet, on behalf of the Department of Agriculture, is issuing this Request for Bid (RFB) for a Flat Bed Trailer. The goal of this contract is to establish an Award Contract for the procurement of a flat bed trailer that meets specific requirements set forth in the solicitation. Work Details The contract requires the delivery of a Flat Bed Trailer with the following specifications: - Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR): 21,000 pounds minimum. - Axles: Three (3) 7,000-pound rated axles with electric drum brakes and spring suspension. - Frame: 12-inch I beam neck, 6-inch x 2-inch tubing stacked on 2-inch x 4-inch tube, with 16-inch cross members and fenders. - Tires: 14-ply radial tires suitable for 7,000-pound axles; includes a full-size spare tire mounted in the neck of the trailer. - Trailer Length: 20-foot main deck plus a 4-foot self-cleaning dovetail with 4-foot lay-flat loading ramps. - Decking Material: Wood decking. - Coupler Type: Adjustable 2-5/16-inch ball coupler rated appropriately for the GVWR. - Lighting: Street legal LED lighting package including tail, brake, breakaway safety switch, marker, and side clearance lights; additional deck/work/loading lights mounted for nighttime operation. - Neck Design: Aardvark-style low pro bumper hitch. - Toolbox: Lockable steel toolbox capable of storing tools, tie-downs, and accessories in neck area of trailer. - Spare Tire Mount: Spare tire mounted securely in neck area of trailer. - Jacks: Hydraulic jacks for lifting and leveling. - Winch: Minimum 12,000-pound electric winch mounted securely at the front of the trailer; winch shall include power leads, roller fairlead, and weather-resistant controls. Period of Performance The contract is intended as a one-time purchase only. Place of Performance The delivery location will be determined by the Department of Agriculture within the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Bidder Requirements Bidders must be registered in the Commonwealth eProcurement System via the Vendor Self Service System at https://vss.ky.gov. Bidders must submit Revenue Form 10A100 Kentucky Tax Registration Application if applicable and provide a Certificate of Authority from the Secretary of State if they are a foreign entity.