BID#2026-002 Present Year Mini Excavator

The City of Auburn Public Works Department sought a new mini‑excavator (or comparable new, unused equipment) that meets detailed performance, safety, and warranty specifications. The solicitation was open to competitive bidding, required a lump‑sum, tax‑free price, notarized submission, and included mandatory accessories such as a 24‑in bucket, blade with float, hydraulic thumb, auto‑lock coupler, and tilt cleanup bucket. After evaluating price, qualifications, experience, and warranty, the contract was awarded to Frank Martin Sons, Inc. for a 2025 Takeuchi TB290CR model, delivering a fully equipped, ready‑to‑use unit with a minimum five‑year/5,000‑hour warranty and required training for operators and mechanics. • Required equipment: 50‑75 hp diesel mini‑excavator, 17,750‑20,000 lb, specific lifting and digging capacities, ROPS cab, LED lighting, and full accessories package. • Procurement terms: Firm‑fixed‑price, FOB to Auburn, Maine; 30‑day price guarantee; delivery penalties of $250 per day after a 5‑day grace period; tax‑exempt pricing. • Award details: Single‑vendor award to Frank Martin Sons, Inc.; bid submitted July 24 2025, award notified July 30 2025; contract value estimated around $122,000.