James C Helfrich GPC Tractor

The State of Illinois, through the Office of Land Management, awarded an Open Market Small Purchase contract to German-Bliss Equipment Inc. on May 8, 2026, with a completion date of June 30, 2026. The contract value is $64,910.00 and covers the procurement of a single Kubota M5L-111-SN low-profile utility tractor equipped with a turbocharged diesel engine delivering 89 power take-off horsepower. German-Bliss Equipment Inc., an established tractor and equipment dealer with locations in Bloomington, East Peoria, and Princeville, Illinois, is responsible for delivering the equipment in accordance with detailed procurement specifications.

The tractor package includes integrated front-end loader equipment with a Kubota LA1854 front loader featuring hydraulic self-leveling capability and a quick-attach 72-inch loader bucket, along with 48-inch pallet forks and frame. The equipment specifications require the tractor to be brand new and unused, with freight delivered to the designated location. The vendor is obligated to install attachments upon delivery, provide operator training and maintenance instruction, and supply two copies of operator and maintenance manuals. The contract includes standard Kubota manufacturer warranty documentation and compliance with mandatory Illinois state certifications and vendor requirements. Performance is scheduled for completion by June 30, 2026.