Covington County Trailer-Mounted Horse Stall Vacuum and Manure Removal System ITB 2026
Covington CountyCounty · Covington County, AL- Due
- Dec 9, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
- Primary contact
- Karen L. Sowell
The 30-second brief
The Covington County Commission is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of one commercial-grade, trailer-mounted horse stall vacuum and manure removal system for use at the Covington Center Arena in Andalusia, Alabama. The scope includes a complete, operational system with an enclosed trailer, engine-powered vacuum system, 100-foot vacuum hose, wand, attachments, collection container, and hydraulic dumping mechanism. Bids are due by December 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and must remain valid for at least 60 calendar days following the bid opening. Required submissions include equipment specifications, pricing, warranty details, delivery timeframe, and vendor references.
Bidders must provide the vendor information, Equipment specifications, Warranty details, Delivery timeframe, And references required in the attached Invitation to Bid.
Compliance with minimum equipment specifications, Total purchase price, Equipment quality, durability, and demonstrated performance, Warranty coverage, Delivery timeframe, Availability of replacement parts and service support, Vendor qualifications and relevant experience
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Summary
The Covington County Commission is soliciting competitive sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of one commercial-grade, trailer-mounted horse stall vacuum and manure removal system for use at the Covington Center Arena in Andalusia, Alabama.
The scope includes a complete, operational system with an enclosed trailer, engine-powered vacuum system, 100-foot vacuum hose, wand, attachments, collection container, and hydraulic dumping mechanism. Bids are due by December 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and must remain valid for at least 60 calendar days following the bid opening. Required submissions include equipment specifications, pricing, warranty details, delivery timeframe, and vendor references.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Compliance with minimum equipment specifications
- Total purchase price
- Equipment quality
- Durability
- Demonstrated performance
- Warranty coverage
- Delivery timeframe
- Availability of replacement parts and service support
- Vendor qualifications and relevant experience
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Bidders must provide the vendor information
- Equipment specifications
- Warranty details
- Delivery timeframe
- References required in the attached Invitation to Bid
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Company Name
- Authorized Representative
- Title
- Address
- Telephone
- Total Bid Amount
- Authorized Signature
- Date
- Submit to
- Karen L. Sowell, Administrator, Covington County Commission, 260 Hillcrest Drive, Andalusia, AL 36420
- Scope location
- Andalusia, AL
Questions about this ITB
How do I respond to this ITB from Covington County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 9, 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: Karen L. Sowell, Administrator, Covington County Commission, 260 Hillcrest Drive, Andalusia, AL 36420. For questions, contact Karen L. Sowell.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this ITB?
Most government agencies, including Covington County in AL, 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 ITB 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 Karen L. Sowell. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bidders must provide the vendor information, Equipment specifications, Warranty details, Delivery timeframe, And references required in the attached Invitation to Bid.. 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: "Compliance with minimum equipment specifications, Total purchase price, Equipment quality, durability, and demonstrated performance, Warranty coverage, Delivery timeframe, Availability of replacement..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Covington County?
All active and historical solicitations from Covington County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Covington County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 9, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this ITB?
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: Company Name, Authorized Representative, Title, Address, Telephone, Email, Total Bid Amount, Authorized Signature, Date. Review the full document from Covington 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: Andalusia, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.