The New York State Department of Transportation is requesting pricing quotes for the purchase, delivery, and installation of a Salt Brine Maker and Hoppers at the NYSDOT Region 5 Fredonia Sub-Residency. The Department intends to advance this purchase pursuant to its discretionary purchasing authority under State Finance Law section 163(6), which authorizes purchases without a formal competitive process in certain circumstances, including purchases from New York State small businesses, from businesses certified pursuant to Article 15-A of the New York State Executive Law and/or Article 17-B of the New York State Executive Law (service-disabled veteran-owned business enterprises), and, if applicable, from businesses selling commodities or technology that are recycled or remanufactured. "Or Equal" In all Bid Specifications the words "or equal" are understood to apply where a copyrighted, brand name, trade name, catalog reference, or patented Product is referenced. References to such specific Product are intended as descriptive, not restrictive, unless otherwise stated. Comparable Product will be considered if proof of compatibility is provided, including appropriate catalog excerpts, descriptive literature, specifications and test data, etc. The Director of Purchasing's decision as to acceptance of the Product as equal shall be final. Area of installation: Location - This unit is anticipated to be located outside with the control panel located inside the building approximately 35' away. Please see pictures of the locations. Water Supply - 2" main @ 70PSI Power Supply - 208 VAC Three Phase. The electric panel is located adjacent to the install location of the control panel. 2 - 100' lengths of 2" water hose for soft connections as temporary water lines until the hard water lines are installed. Bidder is advised that the State's intent in having the requirements listed below is to ensure that only qualified and reliable Contractors perform the work of the resulting Contract. Bidder shall have the burden of demonstrating to the satisfaction of the Department that it can perform the work required. To the extent that this solicitation seeks manufactured items of commodity, bids will be considered only from established manufacturers or their authorized Dealers/Distributors/Resellers ("DDR's"). Any DDR must provide verifiable evidence that they have been continuously engaged in the DDR business (though not necessarily as a DDR for any particular manufacturer) for at least two (2) years. NYSDOT Purchase will accept inquiries and requests for clarification relative to this RFQ until C.O.B., 10/04/2023 by email . (All Communications and Bid Submissions are to be Directed to): PRIMARY CONTACT Otto Ambuhl 518-457-6801 Otto.Ambuhl@dot.ny.gov SECONDARY CONTACT Jessica Owen 518-457-0775 Jessica.Owen@dot.ny.gov Location: NYS Department of Transportation Fredonia Sub-Residency - 154 Chautauqua Rd, Fredonia, NY 14063