STATE OF NEW HAMPSHIRE

DIVISION OF PROCUREMENT AND SUPPORT SERVICES

BUREAU OF PURCHASE AND PROPERTY

STATE HOUSE ANNEX

25 CAPITOL STREET

CONCORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03301-6398

Date of Change: September 2, 2026

ADDENDUM # 01 TO BID INVITATION 29-27

DATE AND TIME OF BID CLOSING: 9/8/2026 10:30 AM

FOR: Backhoe Loader

Question 1:

In General, no one but Deere can bid this, based on the overly restrictive specifications. Is it the intent to purchase the Deere machine no matter? If not, we would request that the bid specification be re-written to allow others the opportunity to provide bids with an opportunity to participate in the process fairly.

State Response:

Per paragraph 23 SPECIFICATION COMPLIANCE:

23.3 The manufacturer(s) and/or model(s) indicated in this bid are equivalent to the type and quality required. You may bid different make(s) and model(s); however, your offer shall match or exceed the one(s) indicated and you shall demonstrate to the satisfaction of the purchasing Agency that they meet or exceed the minimum standards. Items that do not meet the minimum standards shall not be accepted. Product literature and specifications must be enclosed.

Question 2:

Engine

a) Does it matter how EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage IV emissions are reached, so long as they are reached?

b) Is it a requirement of the engine to have wet-sleeves?

c) Is it a requirement to have 4.5 Liters, so long as it meets the HP rating?

d) Is it a requirement to have a one-piece hood, so long as it can be serviced easily?

State Response:

a) No, as long as EPA Final Tier 4/EU Stage IV emissions are reached.

b) Yes, wet-sleeves are a requirement

c) No, if the minimum HP rating is achieved at 1900rpm and the engine torque of 339lb-ft net torque @ 1600rpm

d) No, it doesn't need to be a one piece hood

Question 3:

Operators Station

a) Is it a requirement to have push to start so long as you can start the engine?

b) Is it a requirement to have auto shut down?

c) Is it a requirement to have lockable storage on both sides of the cab?

d) Is it a requirement to have a cooled seat?

State Response:

a) No, it is not

b) No, it does not need to have auto shut down

c) Yes, need to have a tool box on each side that are lockable

d) Yes, the seat needs to be cooled.

Question 4:

General Specifications Is it a requirement to have a 2-position hood, so long as the engine is serviced easily?

State Response:

See answer in question 2 d)

Question 5:

Overall Vehicle

a) Is it a requirement to have bolt on rubber pads on the grill if the front counterweight is in front of the grill?

b) Unsure why there is a specification on standard Dipperstick digging depth when it is a requirement to have an extendable dipper stick. Can this item be ignored?

State Response:

a) Yes, this is a requirement

b) No, because if that is ignored that could change the overall digging depth.

Question 6:

Backhoe Is a 19’3” dig depth acceptable?

State Response:

No, we require as much digging depth as possible.

Question 7:

Loader

a) Is a lift capacity of 7,038 pounds acceptable at full height?

b) Is a dig depth of 3” acceptable?

c) Is a momentary MFWD on/off switch in loader joystick required?

State Response:

a) Lift capacity shall be a minimum of 7,355lbs

b) No, the digging depth shall be a minimum of 5.3 inches

c) No, it does not need to be on the joystick

Question 8:

Options Is a rear camera required?

State Response:

Yes, a camera is required for safety reasons

PURCHASING AGENT: Lincoln Adams Email: NH.Purchasing@das.nh.gov

NOTE: ALL CHANGES TO BID SOLICITATION NOTED IN ADDENDUMS WILL SUPERSEDE PREVIOUSLY

SUBMITTED DOCUMENTS AND MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH THE BID. ALL OTHER SPECIFICATIONS

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