Chesterfield County Six (6) Motor Graders for Public Works IFB 02-26/27 2026
Chesterfield CountyCounty · Chesterfield, SC- Due
- Sep 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
Chesterfield County is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of six (6) new motor graders for its Public Works department under Bid No. 02-26/27. The equipment must have no less than 160 net engine horsepower and meet detailed specifications including EPA Final Tier 4 engines, 12-foot moldboards, and specific warranty packages (3 years full machinery/powertrain). The solicitation utilizes life cycle costing, requiring bidders to provide initial purchase price, repair expenses for 3 years or 5,500 hours, and guaranteed minimum re-purchase values. Trade-in allowances are requested for one 2016 John Deere 670G, one 2021 John Deere 620G, and four 2023 CAT 120 units. Bids are due by September 22, 2026, at 12:00 pm. A bid surety of at least 5% is required for projects exceeding $25,000, unless the bidder meets specific longevity criteria.
Six motor graders, Parts book, Service and repair manual, Operator's manual, Warranty package, Bid bond
Life cycle costing, adherence to minimum requirements, most advantageous solution, bidder qualifications
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Summary
Chesterfield County is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of six (6) new motor graders for its Public Works department under Bid No. 02-26/27.
The equipment must have no less than 160 net engine horsepower and meet detailed specifications including EPA Final Tier 4 engines, 12-foot moldboards, and specific warranty packages (3 years full machinery/powertrain). The solicitation utilizes life cycle costing, requiring bidders to provide initial purchase price, repair expenses for 3 years or 5,500 hours, and guaranteed minimum re-purchase values. Trade-in allowances are requested for one 2016 John Deere 670G, one 2021 John Deere 620G, and four 2023 CAT 120 units. Bids are due by September 22, 2026, at 12:00 pm. A bid surety of at least 5% is required for projects exceeding $25,000, unless the bidder meets specific longevity criteria.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Life cycle costing
- Adherence to minimum requirements
- Most advantageous solution
- Bidder qualifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Six motor graders
- Parts book
- Service and repair manual
- Operator's manual
- Warranty package
- Bid bond
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Bid Form
- Bid Specifications
- Life Cycle Costing Worksheet
- Option Pricing
- Bid Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- Administration Bldg, County Council Office, 178 Mill Street, Chesterfield, South Carolina, 29709
- Scope location
- Chesterfield, SC
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Chesterfield County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 22, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Administration Bldg, County Council Office, 178 Mill Street, Chesterfield, South Carolina, 29709.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Chesterfield County in SC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the IFB submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Six motor graders, Parts book, Service and repair manual, Operator's manual, Warranty package, Bid bond. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Life cycle costing, adherence to minimum requirements, most advantageous solution, bidder qualifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Chesterfield County?
All active and historical solicitations from Chesterfield County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Chesterfield County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this IFB?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Bid Specifications, Life Cycle Costing Worksheet, Option Pricing, Bid Bond, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Chesterfield County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Chesterfield, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.