Tri-County Technical College Used Tractors and Trailers ITB - TCTC-26-TractorTrailers - 2026
- Due
- May 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Matt Whitten
- (864) 646-1633
The 30-second brief
Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) is soliciting bids for the procurement of two used tractors and two used trailers for its CCE/Automotive program. Required tractors must be white, 2018 or newer models (Freightliner, International, or Volvo) with Cummins ISX or X15 engines, manual transmissions, and mileage under 600,000 miles. Required trailers must be white, 2000 or newer 48-foot dry van or reefer units with spring ride suspension and no lift gate. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder for the total extended price of all four items. Bids must include photographs or website links for the vehicles. The deadline for submissions is May 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Questions must be submitted by April 13, 2026, to Matt Whitten at [email protected].
Signed Cover Page, Signed Page Two, Photographs or website links of vehicles, Insurance summary, Technical specifications compliance
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on total extended price for all four units
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Summary
Tri-County Technical College (TCTC) is soliciting bids for the procurement of two used tractors and two used trailers for its CCE/Automotive program.
Required tractors must be white, 2018 or newer models (Freightliner, International, or Volvo) with Cummins ISX or X15 engines, manual transmissions, and mileage under 600,000 miles. Required trailers must be white, 2000 or newer 48-foot dry van or reefer units with spring ride suspension and no lift gate. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder for the total extended price of all four items. Bids must include photographs or website links for the vehicles. The deadline for submissions is May 6, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST. Questions must be submitted by April 13, 2026, to Matt Whitten at [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on total extended price for all four units
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Signed Cover Page
- Signed Page Two
- Photographs or website links of vehicles
- Insurance summary
- Technical specifications compliance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cover Page
- Page Two
- Bidding Schedule
- Submit to
- Tri-County Technical College Purchasing Office, 7900 Highway 76, Pendleton SC 29670-8876
- Scope location
- Anderson, SC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Tri-County Technical College?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 6, 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: Tri-County Technical College Purchasing Office, 7900 Highway 76, Pendleton SC 29670-8876. For questions, contact Matt Whitten.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Tri-County Technical College 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 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 Matt Whitten at (864) 646-1633. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Signed Cover Page, Signed Page Two, Photographs or website links of vehicles, Insurance summary, Technical specifications compliance. 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: "Lowest responsible and responsive bidder based on total extended price for all four units" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Tri-County Technical College?
All active and historical solicitations from Tri-County Technical College are tracked and searchable. As a higher ed agency, Tri-County Technical College 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: Cover Page, Page Two, Bidding Schedule. Review the full document from Tri-County Technical College for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Anderson, SC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.