IDNR Gebhard Woods SP- Tractor

German-Bliss Equipment Inc. has been awarded a contract by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources, Office of Land Management for the procurement and delivery of a low-profile tractor to Gebhard Woods State Park in Morris, Illinois. The contract was awarded on March 31, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2026, under the Open Market Small Purchase procurement method. The total contract value is $65,316.00 for one unit.

The deliverable comprises a new Kubota M5-091HDC12-1 tractor equipped with a 92.5 horsepower diesel engine, a 12-speed forward and reverse hydraulic shuttle transmission, factory cab with heating and air conditioning, deluxe suspension seat, and a Kubota LA1854 front loader with an 84-inch bucket and 4,144-pound lifting capacity. The scope of work includes delivery to the Morris facility and operator training covering safety, general operation, and general maintenance. The contractor must comply with all applicable Illinois state certifications and warranty provisions, with the equipment covered under Kubota's standard limited warranty of 24 months or 1,500 hours of operation for non-commercial use.