Town of Orleans - Cable Hoist Roll-Off Truck - IFB (2026)
Town of OrleansCity · Orleans, MA- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Town of Orleans is seeking bids for the purchase of one used, factory-built 2025 or newer heavy-duty cable hoist roll-off truck for transporting recycling containers to and from the Orleans Transfer Station. The vehicle must be an 8x4 tri-axle configuration with a minimum 505 hp diesel engine, Allison automatic transmission, 75,000 lbs rated hydraulic cable hoist, and a hydraulically driven automatic container cover tarping system. The maximum budget is $225,000 all-inclusive, and delivery is required within five business days of bid opening to the Department of Public Works and Natural Resources at 40 Giddiah Hill Road. Bids are due by September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
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Summary
The Town of Orleans is seeking bids for the purchase of one used, factory-built 2025 or newer heavy-duty cable hoist roll-off truck for transporting recycling containers to and from the Orleans Transfer Station.
The vehicle must be an 8x4 tri-axle configuration with a minimum 505 hp diesel engine, Allison automatic transmission, 75,000 lbs rated hydraulic cable hoist, and a hydraulically driven automatic container cover tarping system. The maximum budget is $225,000 all-inclusive, and delivery is required within five business days of bid opening to the Department of Public Works and Natural Resources at 40 Giddiah Hill Road. Bids are due by September 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder meeting all specifications
- Submit to
- Town Manager's Office, Second Floor, Orleans Town Hall, 19 School Road, Orleans, MA 02653
- Scope location
- Orleans, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from Town of Orleans?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 15, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: Town Manager's Office, Second Floor, Orleans Town Hall, 19 School Road, Orleans, MA 02653.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including Town of Orleans in MA, 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.
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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: "Lowest responsible and responsive bidder meeting all specifications" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Orleans?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Orleans are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Orleans 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 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. Review the full document from Town of Orleans for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Orleans, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.