Request for Tenders RFT #2022-02 Parks and Facility - Greater Napanee
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-- Request for Tenders RFT #2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Three (3) 60-inch Mulch on Demand Diesel Zero-Turn Mower and One (1) 72-inch Side Discharge Diesel Zero-Turn Mower Issued: February 11th, 2022 Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 1 of 19
Table of Contents Section 1 - Background Information………………………………………. 1.1 Background Section 2 – Purpose and Scope of Services………………………………… 2.1 Purpose of the Request for Tenders 2.2 Scope of Services and Objectives Section 3 – General Conditions………………………………………………… 3.1 RFT Form and Content 3.2 Oral Explanation or Interpretation 3.3 Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act 3.4 Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and Regulations Section 4 – Proposal Structure and Content Requirements………… 4.1 RFT Structure 4.2 Proposal Content Requirements Section 5 – Request for Tenders Process……………………………… 5.1 RFT Schedule 5.2 Date and Place for Receiving Proposals 5.3 Documentation 5.4 Post Submission Meeting 5.5 Communications 5.6 Addendums Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 2 of 19
5.7 Withdrawal or Substitution of Submission 5.8 Alterations or Variations 5.9 Proposal Validity Period Section 6 – Proposal Evaluation…………………………………… 6.1 Evaluation Criteria 6.2 Review Committee 6.3 Respondent Declaration 6.4 Rejection of Proposals 6.5 Incurred Costs 6.6 Errors and Omissions 6.7 Cancellation 6.8 Limitation of Liability Attachments…………………………………………………………………. Schedule A – Company Information Schedule B – Company Experience and References Schedule C – Equipment Specifications Form Schedule D - Price Submission Form Schedule E - Respondent Declaration Schedule F - Respondent Checklist Schedule G - Evaluation Criteria Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 3 of 19
Section 1 – Background Information 1.1 Background The Town of Greater Napanee is an urban/rural community located approximately half-way between Belleville and Kingston on Highway 401. We have many parks, picnic areas and playgrounds in the Town of Greater Napanee that are perfect for a family outing or a relaxing day outside. Our parks have many features for everyone to use and enjoy! Section 2 – Purpose and Scope of Services 2.1 Purpose of the Request for Tenders The Corporation of the Town of Greater Napanee (hereinafter referred to as “the Town”) is issuing this Request for Tenders (hereinafter referred to as “RFT”), for the purpose of receiving submissions from eligible suppliers for three, new 60-inch Mulch on Demand Zero-Turn Mowers and one, new 72- inch Side Discharge Zero-Turn Mower. Individuals or firms that make a submission in response to this RFT are referred to as “Respondents” and the Respondents’ submissions are referred to as “Proposals”. 2.2 Scope of Services and Objectives The Town is seeking the supply and delivery of three (3) new 60-inch Mulch on Demand Zero-Turn Mowers and one (1) new 72-inch Side Discharge Zero- Turn Mower pursuant to this RFT. The equipment specifications as required by the Town, are included as Schedule C to this RFT Section 3 – General Conditions This section forms an integral part of this RFT and must be considered in completing a response to this RFT. 3.1 RFT Form and Content Respondents must agree to abide by all the clauses and conditions in this RFT document. The submission must bear the signature of a company official with the authority to bind the firm. 3.2 Oral Explanation or Interpretation No oral explanation or interpretation shall modify any of the documents or provisions of the Town’s RFT document. Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 4 of 19
3.3 Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act Any personal information collected by or on behalf of the Town under this RFT is subject to the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, R.S.O. 1990, c.M.56. The information provided to the Town may be used to confirm certain information provided in the submissions for this project. The Respondent submitting a Proposal shall consent to such collection and use of the information. The Respondent submitting a Proposal acknowledges the Proposal is a public document and that the information contained in the Proposal may become public and consents to the disclosure of that information. By responding to this RFT, Respondents waive any challenge to the Town’s decision in this regard. Any questions regarding the collection, use or disclosure of the information should be directed to the Municipal Clerk at 343-302-5238. 3.4 Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 and Regulations Accessible Customer Service: All Proposals must comply with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 11 and the Integrated Accessibility Standards, Ontario Regulation 191/11. In accordance with O. Reg. 191/11, every provider of goods and services that involve dealing with members of the public, or developing policies, procedures, and practices for the provision of goods and services to the public, including all consultants and sub consultants, shall be trained in understanding Accessible Customer Service. Section 4 – RFT Structure and Content Requirements 4.1 RFT Structure To assist in receiving similar and relevant information, and to ensure that each submission receives a fair evaluation, the Town requires that Respondents include the items listed below in their proposal submission. The Proposal document should be structured in sections that refer to the headings addressed in the Proposal Content Requirements of this section and should be numbered and tabbed accordingly. 4.2 Proposal Content Requirements Respondents must submit their proposals to this RFT in accordance with the provisions contained herein. Schedule CONTENT A Company Information B Company Experience & References C Equipment Specifications Form D Price Submission Form E Respondent Declaration F Respondent Checklist Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 5 of 19
Section 5 – Request for Tenders Process 5.1 RFT Schedule The following timeline has been established for the Proposal selection process: Eve Date nt Request for Tenders Issued February 11th, 2022 Deadline for Questions from Respondents , February 2019 25th, 2022 at 3:00pm Deadline for Issuance of Answers & Addenda March 4th, 2022 at 4:00pm Request for Tenders Closing / Due Date March 11th, 2022 at 3:00pm September 19, 2019 at 4:00 NOTE: Although every attempt will be made to meet p.m.all dates, the Town reserves the right to modify any or all dates at its sole discretion. 5.2 Date and Place for Receiving Proposals (a) Proposals shall be received by no later than 03:00 p.m. local time on March 11, 2022. Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope addressed to: If couriered If sent by mail Town of Greater Napanee Town of Greater Napanee 124 John Street 124 John Street Napanee ON. P. O. Box 97 K7R 1R3 Napanee ON. K7R 3L4 RFT #2022-02 RFT #2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Parks and Facility Services (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Mowers (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Mowers Attention: Chris Brown, Attention: Chris Brown, Facilities Manager Facilities Manager Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 6 of 19
(b) FAX OR EMAIL COPIES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. It is the sole responsibility of the Respondent to ensure that the proposal documents have been received before the closing time and date. Proposals received after 03:00 p.m. local time on March 11th, 2022, will be returned unopened. (c) Before being officially received, the Proposal envelope will be marked by the Town, with the time and the date that the envelope was received in the office. (d) The terms and conditions of this RFT shall remain firm and open for acceptance up to and including June 01, 2022. 5.3 Documentation (a) One (1) original and three (3) copies of the Proposal are required. (b) All Proposals must be legible and written in ink or typewritten. (c) All Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope. 5.4 Post Submission Meeting A post submission meeting with Respondents may be necessary to assist in the evaluation process. Exact timing will be confirmed. 5.5 Communications All requests for information and/or clarification as well as questions regarding the interpretation of the terms set out in this RFT should be referred to: Chris Brown Facilities Manager Town of Greater Napanee cbrown@greaternapanee.com 5.6 Addenda Proponents will be advised by Addenda, of any additions, deletions, and alterations to the requirements of this RFT document. All such changes shall form part of the RFT document and shall be allowed for in arriving at the total submission price. The issuance of any Addenda will be posted on the Greater Napanee website by no later than March 4th, 2022 at 4:00 p.m. local time (Refer to Section 5.1 Timeline). 5.7 Withdrawal or Substitution of Submission Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 7 of 19
A Respondent may withdraw or substitute all or part of his/her Proposal in writing at any time up to the official closing time. The last Proposal, or amendment to a Proposal received, shall supersede and invalidate all Proposals previously submitted by that Respondent for this RFT. After the official closing date and time all Proposals received shall be irrevocable. 5.8 Alterations or Variations No alterations or variations of this document shall be valid or binding upon the Town unless authorized in writing in accordance with the procedure set out in Communications - Section 5.5. 5.9 Proposal Validity Period Proposals shall remain valid and open for acceptance up to and including June 01, 2022, unless specifically agreed to by both the Town and the Respondent. Section 6 – Proposal Evaluation 6.1 Evaluation Criteria Each response to this RFT will be evaluated by the Town to determine the degree to which it complies with the requirements and provisions of the RFT. Factors to be considered will include, but are not necessarily limited to the evaluation criteria as described in Schedule G. 6.2 Review Committee The Review Committee will be comprised of senior staff from the Town. 6.3 Respondent Declaration The Respondent, by submission of a proposal, declares that: (a) The Respondent has carefully reviewed the RFT requirements and is competent, qualified and experienced in providing the services as described in Section 2.1 of this RFT, in a cost- effective manner and in compliance with all applicable federal, provincial, municipal or local laws, statutes, ordinances, regulations, by-laws, directions, orders, policies or guidelines; (b) No-one other than the Respondent has any interest in this RFT; and (c) All representations in the proposal submission are true and factual. 6.4 Rejection of Proposals The Proponent acknowledges that the Town shall have the right to reject any or all Proposals for any reasons, or to accept any Proposal which the Town, in its sole unfettered discretion, deems most advantageous to itself. The lowest or any Proposal will not necessarily be accepted, and the Town shall have the unfettered right to: Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 8 of 19
(i) accept a non-compliant Proposal; (ii) accept a Proposal which is not the lowest priced Proposal; or (iii) reject a Proposal that is the lowest priced Proposal received. The Respondent further acknowledges that the Town may rely upon the criteria which the Town deems relevant, even though such criteria may not have been disclosed to the Respondent. By submitting a Proposal, the Respondent acknowledges the Town’s rights under this section and absolutely waives any right or cause of action against the Town and its consultants, due to the Town’s failure to accept the Proposal submitted by the Respondent, whether such right or cause of action arises in contract, negligence, or otherwise. 6.5 Incurred Costs The Town shall not be responsible for any liabilities, costs, expenses, loss, or damage incurred, sustained, or suffered by any Respondent(s) prior or subsequent to the acceptance or rejection by the Town of any Proposal due to any delay in the acceptance of a Proposal. 6.6 Errors and Omissions The Town shall not be held liable for any errors or omissions in any part of this RFT. While the Town has used considerable effort to ensure an accurate representation of information in this RFT, the information contained in this RFT is supplied solely as a guideline for Respondents. The information is not guaranteed or warranted to be accurate by the Town, nor is it necessarily comprehensive or exhaustive. 6.7 Cancellation The Town reserves the right to cancel this RFT and/or to re-issue a revised RFT. 6.8 Limitation of Liability The Town shall not be responsible for any liabilities, costs, expenses, loss or damage incurred, sustained or suffered by any Respondent prior or subsequent to, or by reason of the selection or rejection by the Town of any Respondent and its proposal or any components thereof, or by reason of any delay in the selection of a Proposal or partial Proposal, or by reason of the Town and a Respondent being unable to reach an agreement on terms mutually satisfactory to them. Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 9 of 19
SCHEDULE A – Company Information Respondents must submit their proposals to this Request for Tenders #2022-02, Parks and Facility Services, in accordance with the provisions contained herein. Name of the Respondent’s Company: _____________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________ City: _______________________________________________________________ Province: ________________________ Postal Code: _______________________ Telephone: _______________________ Cell No: ___________________________ E-mail: _____________________________________________________________ Contact Person and Title: ______________________________________________ Name of Company Official: _____________________________________________ Signature of Person: __________________________________________________ (with the Authority to Bind the Company) Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 10 of 19
SCHEDULE B – Company Experience and References Name of Respondent’s Company: _____________ How many years of experience does your company have in dealing with the supply and sales of Commercial Diesel Zero-Turn Mowers? Please provide at a minimum, three (3) references from municipalities or companies to which Commercial Diesel Zero-Turn Mowers have been supplied by your company within the last 5 years. References will be contacted at the sole discretion of the Town. The Town also reserves the right to investigate other than listed references. Name of Client Contact Name, Telephone Number Equipment Provided and Email Note: The Proponent may provide additional information relevant to their experience and past projects (1 page maximum). Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 11 of 19
SCHEDULE C – Equipment Specifications Form The Municipality is requesting proposals for the supply and delivery of three (3) new 60-inch Mulch on Demand Zero-Turn Mower and one (1) new 72-inch Side Discharge Zero-Turn Mower. The machines shall be equipped with all the manufacturers’ standard features. The following table provides an opportunity for vendors to describe their proposed units and will be used to evaluate proposals. We understand the difficulty of designing a specification sheet that conforms to all the different manufacturer’s specifications. As a result, we have included a column for the Proponent to confirm compliance with the specification or specify variations. This column must be completed and submitted. Specifications for the Diesel Zero-Turn Mowers Item Description Specification Supplied or Variation. Indicate yes or no and specify the variation 1 Brand new, model year to be 2021 or Year: newer. Make: Model: 2 Commercial grade Diesel fuel type. Yes or No 3 The diesel engine shall be rated at a Yes or No minimum of 24 horsepower. 4 The engine shall be 4 cycle with a Yes or No displacement of 952 cc minimum. 5 The engine shall be equipped with a Yes or No heavy duty dry replaceable air filter with pre-cleaner. 6 Fuel tank shall be 43.5-liter (11.5 Yes or No gal) capacity minimum. 7 Battery shall be 12 volts minimum. Yes or No Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 12 of 19
8 Oil pressure light shall be supplied. Yes or No 9 Full flow replaceable oil filter shall be Yes or No supplied. 10 Fuel gauge. Yes or No 11 Fuel tank switch/shut off. Yes or No 12 Unit shall be equipped with a Yes or No hydrostatic transmission. 13 Indicate the forward speed. Yes or No 14 Indicate the reverse speed. Yes or No 15 PTO shall be hydraulic driven with Yes or No internal wet disk clutch. 16 Adequately sized hydraulic tank with Yes or No oil cooler. 17 Unit shall be equipped with dynamic Yes or No braking via dual hand-controlled levers. 18 Parking brake supplied. Yes or No 19 Unit shall be equipped with twin lever Yes or No speed and direction control to minimize turning radius and to maximize cutting efficiency. 20 Drive tires (rear) shall be 26x12-12 Yes or No turf. 21 Front caster tires shall be 15x6x6 flat Yes or No free. 22 Front and rear anti-scalp rollers on Yes or No mower deck. 23 Operator seat to be cushioned and Yes or No suspended complete with seat belt. 24 Seat shall be easily removable to Yes or No access drive train. 25 Seat shall be equipped with an Yes or No operator’s presence starting system. 26 Rear bumper to be installed if Yes or No available. 27 Hour meter shall be supplied and Yes or No installed in ignition panel. 28 A key ignition switch with safety start Yes or No shall be provided. 29 Coolant temperature/hydraulic oil Yes or No temperature indicator supplied. Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 13 of 19
30 Three (3) cutting blades to be Yes or No incorporated into the deck. 31 Mower A – Cutting deck shall be 72- Yes or No inch with side discharge. Mower B – Cutting deck shall be 60- Yes or No inch with mulch on demand. 32 Mower deck shall be heavy-duty steel Yes or No construction 7-gauge steel minimum. 33 Mower spindles with bearings and Yes or No seals shall be supplied. 34 The bearings shall be greaseable Yes or No and grease fittings shall be supplied. 35 The mower belt shall be belt or PTO Yes or No driven electrically engaged. 36 All open drive belts and chains shall Yes or No have protective guards in place. 37 Operator’s manual, parts list, and Yes or No service manual shall be supplied. 38 Training to the Town of Greater Yes or No Napanee operations staff shall be provided. 39 Manufacturer’s signed standard Yes or No warranty shall be supplied. 40 Unit shall be delivered F.O.B. to Yes or No Strathcona Paper Centre, 16 McPherson Drive, Napanee ON, K7R 3L1 In addition to the supply of the new Zero-Turn Mowers, the successful Respondent to this RFT (the “Supplier”) shall also provide the following services: (1) Delivery and offloading of the equipment at the Strathcona Paper Centre, located at 16 McPherson Drive, Napanee, ON. K7R 3L1; (2) Complete setup and commissioning of the equipment at the Strathcona Paper Centre, ready for use by the Municipality; and (3) Provide an onsite demonstration and operator training of the equipment to the Municipality’s staff (immediately following setup and commissioning). Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 14 of 19
SCHEDULE D – Price Submission Form I, the undersigned, having the authority to bind the company, have carefully read and examined the entire RFT #2022-02 Parks and Facility Services and understand the requirements to be met under this contract. I have received all Addenda and have allowed for all associated costs in my Submission. For the prices set forth in this Submission, I hereby offer to provide the four (4) Zero-Turn Mowers listed herein, with the required accessories in full conformity with the specifications, for the prices provided in Canadian dollars. Manufacturer’s Make Manufacturer’s Model Model Year List Price for complete unit HST% Trade-In Allowance Total Price Delivered FOB Delivery Date (Following Award of Contract) Yes - All prices remain firm for a minimum of 90 days of closing of RFT. Yes – Operating, Maintenance, Warranty and Parts Manuals are included. Tender submitted by: Company Name: _____________________________________________________ Company Address: ___________________________________________________ Tel. __________ Fax: ____________ Email: ____________________________ Name of Person (with authority to Bind the Company) ________________________ Signature: __________________________ Date: ______________________________ Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 15 of 19
SCHEDULE E – Respondent Declaration (To Be Signed and Submitted with Tender) THIS TENDER IS SUBMITTED BY: _____________________ TO: THE TOWN OF GREATER NAPANEE 1. I, of _____________________ DECLARE that no person, firm or corporation other than the one whose signature or the signature of whose proper officers is or are attached below has any interest in this submission or in the contract proposed to be taken. 2. I FURTHER DECLARE that this Tender is made without any connection knowledge, comparison of figures or arrangement with any other company, firm or person making a Submission for the same project and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. 3. I FURTHER DECLARE that no Employee or Elected Official of The Corporation of the Town of Greater Napanee, is or will become interested directly or indirectly as a contracting part or otherwise in the performance of the contract or in the supplies, work, or business to which it relates or in any portion of the profits thereof, or in any such supplies to be used therein or in any of the monies to be derived therefrom. 4. I FURTHER DECLARE that the several matters stated in the said Submission are in all respects true. 5. I FURTHER DECLARE that I have carefully examined the RFT, i n c l u d i n g a l l A d d e n d a and hereby acknowledge the same to be part and parcel of any contract to be let for the provision of the vehicle therein described or defined for the prices stated on the Price Submission Form. 6. I FURTHER DECLARE that I have a clear understanding of the requirements in accordance with the equipment specifications involved in this contract. 7. I FURTHER DECLARE that this offer is to continue open to acceptance until the formal contract is executed by the successful Proponent for the said equipment for a period ending June 01, 2 0 2 2 , whichever first occurs and that the Town may, at any time, within that period, without notice, accept this Submission whether any other Submission has been previously accepted. 8. I FURTHER DECLARE that the awarding of the contract based on this RFT by the Town shall be an acceptance of this Tender. Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 16 of 19
9. I FURTHER DECLARE that in the event of default or failure on our part, that the Town shall be at liberty to advertise for new RFT, or to carry out the works in any other way they deem best, and I also agree to pay to the said Town the difference between this RFT and any greater sum which the Town may expend or incur by reason of such default or failure or by reason of such action as aforesaid, on their part, including the cost of any advertisement for a new RFT; and to indemnify and save harmless the Town and its officers from all loss, damage, cost charges and expenses, which they may suffer or be put to by reason of any such default or failure on our part. Company Name: _____________________________________________________ Company Address: ___________________________________________________ Name of Person (with authority to Bind the Company) ________________________ Signature: _____________________________ Date: _________________________________ Name of Witness: ________________________ Signature: _____________________________ Date: _________________________________ Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 17 of 19
SCHEDULE F – Respondent Checklist This checklist is provided for the convenience of the Respondent to ensure that all required documents have been completed and enclosed in the Submission envelope in this order. Please check (√) the items required and return with your Submission. Company Information (Schedule A) Company Experience and references (Schedule B) Equipment Specifications Form (Schedule C) Price Submission Form (Schedule D) Respondent Declaration (Schedule E) Respondent Checklist (Schedule F) One (1) Original and Three (3) Copies of the entire package Company Name: _____________________________________________________ Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 18 of 19
SCHEDULE G – Evaluation Criteria Table I – Evaluation Matrix – Respondent’s Qualifications Criteria Maximum Points Scored Points 1. Respondent Profile 10 • General Capabilities • Customer Service and commitment to customer’s needs • Details of follow up service • References – based on previous experience 2. Meeting the RFT Equipment Specifications 30 • Areas exceeding the Specifications • Areas not meeting Specification • Completeness of the submission • General commitment to meet the request of the Town 3. General 10 • Delivery time • Terms and conditions of payment • Warranties • Details of warranty service location and provider • Completeness of the submission Total Score – Respondent Qualifications 50 Table II - Evaluation Matrix - Price Proposal Criteria Maximum Points Scored Points 4. Price 50 Total score for all components from Table I 50 Total Score (Table I & II) 100 Town of Greater Napanee – Request for Tenders # 2022-02 Parks and Facility Services Four (4) Diesel Zero-Turn Lawn Mowers Page 19 of 19
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