(A04)_Compliance_Specification_Form.pdf

This document is a specifications sheet for a Side Shift Mower required for the FWS Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge. The vendor must supply the requested Side Shift Mower or an approved equal make/model that possesses the identified salient characteristics and is suitable for the specified application.

The mower must be an offset flail mulcher with rear mount, hydraulic side shift, and full compatibility with a John Deere 6125M tractor. It shall be fully operational from within the tractor without modifications and feature independent mower angle operations ranging from 60 degrees down to 90 degrees up. The equipment must include an anti-collision/break away system to protect both mower and tractor upon impact with obstacles. Core operational specifications include a minimum mulching capacity of 2.8 inches, working speed of 6 MPH, Category 2 three-point connection, 1000 RPM gearbox, and minimum 39-inch side shift capability. The mower must have a belt drive system with minimum five belts, adjustable roller, and both rubber rear projectile protection and rubber and chain front projectile protection. Physical dimensions specify a minimum working width of 89 inches, maximum overall width of 67-85 inches, maximum transport depth of 57 inches, and maximum weight of 2,750 pounds. Additional requirements include a minimum 24-blade count, 0.49-inch minimum rotor wall thickness, shock system with spring return, replaceable wear plate, and dealer setup on the host machine. The vendor must provide minimum four hours of machine orientation at each receiving location covering operational, service, and safety techniques; delivery to station; and operators/owner's manual. Trade-in of a Tiger RBF-14C mower is optional, with pickup and trade value line item inclusion required if selected.