Cowlitz County Equipment Rental for Public Works Activities - 2027
Cowlitz CountyCounty · Kelso, WA- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 18 days left
- Posted
- Nov 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dan Bales
- (360) 577-3030
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Summary
Cowlitz County Department of Public Works is soliciting sealed bids for the rental of equipment for public works maintenance and construction activities for the year 2027, covering the period from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2027.
Equipment categories include asphalt distributors, backhoes/excavators, brush mowers, bucket trucks, catch basin cleaners, culvert cleaners, septic pumpers, dozers, road graders, guardrail equipment, lifting equipment, loaders, low boys, manlifts, pavement grinding and pulverizing equipment, paving equipment, pneumatic hammers, pumping equipment, road wideners, rock drills, pneumatic and vibratory rollers, scrapers, stump grinding, striping machines, sweepers, 5th wheel tractors, dump trucks, water trucks, drop box trucks, liquid vacuum trucks, chippers, forklifts, and scissor lifts. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026, at 1:40 p.m. Bids must be submitted on attached proposal forms to the Cowlitz County Department of Public Works in Kelso, Washington.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Attached proposal forms
- Submit to
- Cowlitz County Department of Public Works, Attn: Dan Bales, 1600 - 13th Avenue S, Kelso, WA 98626
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Kelso, WA
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Cowlitz County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Cowlitz County Department of Public Works, Attn: Dan Bales, 1600 - 13th Avenue S, Kelso, WA 98626. For questions, contact Dan Bales.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Cowlitz County in WA, 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 Dan Bales at (360) 577-3030. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Cowlitz County?
All active and historical solicitations from Cowlitz County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Cowlitz 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 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 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: Attached proposal forms. Review the full document from Cowlitz 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: Kelso, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.