City of Buchanan - Request for Bids for Tandem Axle I-Beam Equipment Trailer - 2026
City of BuchananCity · Buchanan, MI- Due
- Feb 25, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 9, 2026
- Primary contact
- Emma Lysy
- (269) 695-3844 ext 10
The 30-second brief
The City of Buchanan is seeking competitive bids for the purchase of one Tandem Axle I-Beam Equipment Trailer for use by the Department of Public Works. Specifications include two 7,000-pound axles, forward self-adjusting electric brakes on all hubs, a 12,000-pound drop-leg jack, 8-inch I-beam frame, 5-foot stand-up ramps with spring assist, 40-inch cleated dovetail, L.E.D. D.O.T. lights, six 5/8-inch D-rings, stake pockets, a minimum 15,400 GVWR, multi-leaf slipper spring suspension, a minimum 16-foot bed length, 2-5/16-inch adjustable coupler, and a one-year full warranty. Sealed bids are due by February 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
Tandem Axle I-Beam Equipment Trailer, 2 7, 000 pound axles, Brakes: Forward Self-Adjusting Electric Brakes on All Hubs, Jack: 12, 000 pound Drop-Leg Jack (Side Wind), Frame: 8" I-Beam, Ramps: 5' Tall, 16" Stand Up Rams (Spring Assisted), Dovetail: 40" Cleated Dovetail, Lights: L.E.D. D.O.T. Stop, Tail, Turn & Clearance, Tie downs: (6) 5/8" D-Rings, Stake Pockets Along Both Sides, 15, 400 GVWR minimum, Suspension: Multi-leaf slipper spring, Bed Length: 16' minimum (please specify), Coupler: 2 5/16" adjustable coupler, Provide one (1) year full warranty on entire unit. Include documentation that details the full warranty provided.
Previous experience and performance
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Summary
The City of Buchanan is seeking competitive bids for the purchase of one Tandem Axle I-Beam Equipment Trailer for use by the Department of Public Works.
Specifications include two 7,000-pound axles, forward self-adjusting electric brakes on all hubs, a 12,000-pound drop-leg jack, 8-inch I-beam frame, 5-foot stand-up ramps with spring assist, 40-inch cleated dovetail, L.E.D. D.O.T. lights, six 5/8-inch D-rings, stake pockets, a minimum 15,400 GVWR, multi-leaf slipper spring suspension, a minimum 16-foot bed length, 2-5/16-inch adjustable coupler, and a one-year full warranty. Sealed bids are due by February 25, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Previous experience and performance
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
21- Tandem Axle I-Beam Equipment Trailer
- 2 7
- 000 pound axles
- Brakes: Forward Self-Adjusting Electric Brakes on All Hubs
- Jack: 12
- 000 pound Drop-Leg Jack (Side Wind)
- Frame: 8" I-Beam
- Ramps: 5' Tall
- 16" Stand Up Rams (Spring Assisted)
- Dovetail: 40" Cleated Dovetail
- Lights: L.E.D. D.O.T. Stop
- Tail
- Turn & Clearance
- Tie downs: (6) 5/8" D-Rings
- Stake Pockets Along Both Sides
- 15
- 400 GVWR minimum
- Suspension: Multi-leaf slipper spring
- Bed Length: 16' minimum (please specify)
- Coupler: 2 5/16" adjustable coupler
- Provide one (1) year full warranty on entire unit
Include documentation that details the full warranty provided.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
8- Completed proposal form
- Completed exceptions sheet
- If applicable
- Catalog materials
- Literature
- Specifications
- Test data
- Three (3) references (Municipal Government)
- Submit to
- Kalla Langston-Weiss, City Clerk, 302 North Red Bud Trail, Buchanan, MI 49107
- Scope location
- Buchanan, MI
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Buchanan?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 25, 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: Kalla Langston-Weiss, City Clerk, 302 North Red Bud Trail, Buchanan, MI 49107. For questions, contact Emma Lysy.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Buchanan in MI, 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 Bid 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Emma Lysy at (269) 695-3844 ext 10. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Tandem Axle I-Beam Equipment Trailer, 2 7, 000 pound axles, Brakes: Forward Self-Adjusting Electric Brakes on All Hubs, Jack: 12, 000 pound Drop-Leg Jack (Side Wind), Frame: 8" I-Beam, Ramps: 5' Tall, 16" Stand Up Rams (Spring Assisted), Dovetail: 40" Cleated Dovetail, Lights: L.E.D. D.O.T. Stop, Ta. 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: "Previous experience and performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Buchanan?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Buchanan are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Buchanan regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Completed proposal form, Completed exceptions sheet, if applicable, catalog materials, literature, specifications, test data, three (3) references (Municipal Government). Review the full document from City of Buchanan for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Buchanan, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.