Towable Air Start Unit
| Bidders ID: | NBD11622888218271994 |
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| Due Date: | May 13, 2027 |
| Posted Date: | Apr 17, 2026 |
| Level of Government: | State & Local |
| State: | Maine |
| Agency: | City of Bangor |
| Category: |
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| Solicitation Number: | P26-54 |
| Source: | Members Only |
| Bid Number: |
P26-54
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| Bid Title: |
Towable Air Start Unit
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| Category: | Equipment Services & Purchase |
| Status: | Open |
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Request for Proposals (RFP)
BGR – Towable Air Start Unit
Proposal No. P26-54
Issue Date: April 14, 2026
Purchasing Department
73 Harlow Street
Bangor, ME 04401
207-992-4282
I. Introduction
The City of Bangor requests bids to furnish and deliver one (1) Towable Air Start Unit to the
Airport’s GSE Facility, FOB destination, 206 Maine Ave, Bangor, Maine.
The City is seeking options to purchase one (1) Towable Air Start Unit. The equipment must
be the most current year available. The City will consider alternate bids for the purchase of
an unsold previous year’s model if it meets or exceeds the requested specifications.
II.General Information
General information is available on the City’s website at the following web address:
www.bangormaine.gov/proposals. By submitting a response to this solicitation, the bidder
accepts the responsibility for downloading, reading and bidding by the terms and conditions
set forth in the City’s “General Information for Vendors”. All questions shall be directed in
writing to bids@bangormaine.gov.
III. Submission
For consideration, submit the proposal Bid Form (page 4) and all materials requested in
Section IX. Specifications electronically or in an envelope via submission methods listed
below. The envelope or subject line must be clearly marked as "Proposal No. P26-54: BGR
– Towable Air Start Unit."
Submissions must be received by 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, May 13, 2026.
Submission of documents can be completed by:
A. Emailing to bids@bangormaine.gov; or
B. Hand Delivery to Customer Service, 73 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME; or
C. US Post Office addressed to 73 Harlow Street, Purchasing Department, Bangor, ME
04401 (items must be received by the deadline); or
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D. All Other Delivery Services to City of Bangor: Purchasing Department, 73 Harlow
Street, Bangor, ME 04401 (proposal must be received by the deadlines).
All submissions should reference “Proposal No. P26-54: BGR – Towable Air Start Unit.”
Proposals will be publicly opened at the time stated above in the Paul Bunyan Room (first
floor by the side elevator), 73 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine.
A tabulation of all the proposals received will be posted on the City's website as soon as
possible after the opening date. Visit www.bangormaine.gov/bids for results. The "Show
Closed/Awarded/Cancelled Bids" box must be checked to see the proposal information.
IV. Questions
Any questions must be directed in writing to bids@bangormaine.gov no later than 4:30 P.M.,
Friday, April 24, 2026.
The City will provide a response by 4:30 P.M. on Friday, May 1, 2026. This response will be
in the form of an addendum, accessible on the City's website. Notifications will be sent to
those who have signed up to receive notifications at www.bangormaine.gov/bids through
NotifyME. Notifications will be sent when new addenda are released.
V. Late Proposals
It is the responsibility of the Proposer(s) to see that their proposals have sufficient time to be
received by the Purchasing Department before the submittal deadline. Any proposal, portion
of a proposal, or requested proposal revision received at the City Purchasing Department
after the time and date specified will be returned to the Proposer unopened or, if by electronic
submission, deleted without being opened.
VI. Withdrawal of Proposals
No Proposer may withdraw their proposal for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of
opening. All proposals shall be subject to acceptance by the City during this period.
To withdraw a proposal prior to the opening, the Proposer shall request the withdrawal in
writing. All costs associated with the withdrawal (i.e., mailing fees) will be borne by the
Proposer.
VII. Rejection
The City reserves the right to reject any proposals, waive any informalities or defects in
proposals, or accept a higher-cost proposal if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the
City. The City also reserves the right to request clarification of any details from the successful
Proposer. The evaluation of proposals and determination of the award will be at the discretion
of the City and its judgment shall be final and without right of recourse by any Proposer.
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VIII. Information for Proposers
A. Tax Exclusion: All Federal and State taxes must be excluded from the proposal price.
Upon request, a tax exemption certificate for the City of Bangor shall be furnished to
the successful Proposer.
B. Bid Form and Requirements: The Bid Form (page 4) with product information that
includes all items in Section IX. Specifications must be completed and returned with
the proposal to be considered responsive.
IX. Minimum Specifications
A. Diesel engine (Cummins engine preferred) with the latest EPA emission
compliance up-to Tier 4 final
B. Low lube oil pressure shut down
C. Oil free screw compressor
D. 270lbs/minute air flow minimum
E. Trailer mount
F. Solid tires
G. One hundred (100) gallon fuel tank capacity minimum
H. 24V Battery
I. Mechanical brake lever
J. Tow coupling
K. Aircraft fleet compatibility with Airbus, Boeing, CRJ, Embraer, Falcon,
Gulfstream and unspecialized military aircraft
L. Extended warranty
Does the Bidder comply? If not, please attach a complete list of all exceptions including your
proposed specifications, if applicable.
____ Yes _____ No ________ Initials
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Bid Form
BGR – Towable Air Start Unit
Proposal No. P26-54
Bid Form
Bid Deadline:
2:00 P.M. Wednesday,
May 13, 2026
Notes: The proposal must include this Bid Form. Failure to comply will result in
disqualification.
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Item
Description
Unit
Total Price
Towable Air Start Unit
1 Year:
Make/Model:
1
$
2
Extended Warranty
1
$
Estimated Date of Delivery:
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