Excavator, Compact Radius, Diesel Powered

This contract is a two‑year procurement for up to two new diesel‑powered compact‑radius excavators (35‑38 k lb class) for Snohomish County, Washington. The County issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB 081‑17SR) on 12 Oct 2017, allowed questions through 28 Dec 2017, and received bids by 4 Jan 2018. After evaluating bids, the County awarded the contract to PAPE Machinery on 31 Jan 2018. The award includes a base equipment price, optional accessories, buy‑back options, extended warranty options, and detailed operational‑cost schedules. The contract requires a guaranteed delivery of ≤ 120 days, service‑area support within 35 mi of the County fleet, training for operators and mechanics, and compliance with specific technical specifications (enclosed cab, separate lighting circuits, hydraulic flow requirements, etc.). The County may exercise one‑year extensions at its discretion. • Procurement method: Full and open competition, formal bid. • Scope: Supply, deliver, and support new compact‑radius diesel excavators with full accessories, warranties, and life‑cycle cost reporting. • Key terms: 2‑year base term, optional 1‑year extensions, 12‑month minimum warranty plus optional 5‑year extended warranty, required on‑site service support, and a buy‑back option at 5‑ and 7‑year milestones.