Finch Turf Inc., operating through its Finch Services, Incorporated division, was awarded a $46,575 firm fixed-price purchase order by the Northeast Area civilian agency on September 25, 2018, to furnish, deliver, and set up a John Deere 4066R compact utility tractor with 52 PTO horsepower and loader equipped with bucket and accessories. The equipment was to be delivered to Calverton, Maryland, with a completion deadline of October 30, 2018. The contract was awarded without a set-aside designation, despite originating from a Total Small Business solicitation that was posted on August 22, 2018, with a submission deadline of September 4, 2018.
The John Deere 4066R is a mid-range compact utility tractor commonly utilized for grounds maintenance, landscaping, and light agricultural operations at federal facilities. This equipment procurement supports the Northeast Area agency's operational and maintenance needs at its Calverton location. As a firm fixed-price arrangement, Finch Turf Inc. assumed responsibility for all costs associated with furnishing, delivering, and setting up the tractor and loader within the contract ceiling of $46,575.