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2026 BUILDING MAINTENANCE MOWER
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RFQ032646
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Franklin County, Ohio

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This is a Scope of Work document issued by the City of Columbus, Ohio, Division of Sewerage and Drainage, for the procurement of one enclosed cab mower with attachments through a formal competitive bidding process. The specification calls for a John Deere 1575 series enclosed cab front mount mower equipped with a fully enclosed climate-controlled cab, diesel engine producing a minimum of 20 horsepower, hydrostatic powertrain, forward speed of at least 10 mph, reverse speed of at least 5 mph, standard 4-wheel drive, internal wet disc brakes, and a fuel tank capacity between 14 and 20 gallons. The procurement package includes Item #1 (the mower unit), Item #2 (a front-mount mower deck between 58 and 64 inches wide with side discharge), and Item #3 (a front plow blade between 58 and 62 inches wide). The mower must include operator training for 3-6 City of Columbus personnel, operator's manuals, and parts and repair manuals in print or digital format. The warranty period must be a minimum of 24 months.

The successful bidder assumes full responsibility for equipment coordination, transportation, and insurance from the point of sale until final acceptance by the City. All vehicles must be delivered with manufacturer-recommended fluid levels and completed pre-delivery service and inspections. The bidder must provide written certification of the equipment's actual tare weight at delivery. Delivery shall be F.O.B. destination prepaid and allowed, with the contractor required to notify Daniel Fennell at the Division of Water Reclamation no less than 24 hours prior to delivery. The City will accept alternate options for bid consideration. All correspondence regarding the bid should be directed to RJHreha@columbus.gov.

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CITY OF COLUMBUS

COLUMBUS WATER AND POWER

ENCLOSED CAB MOWER

Scope: It is the intent of the City of Columbus, Division of Sewerage and Drainage to obtain formal bids to establish a contract for the purchase of one (1) Enclosed Cab Mower with attachments.

Specification Information:

The purpose of these specifications is to describe a John Deere 1575 enclosed cab mower in accordance with the enclosed terms, conditions and specifications. All parts not specifically mentioned, which are necessary to provide a complete unit, or normally furnished as standard equipment shall be furnished. The parts shall conform in strength, quality of material and workmanship to what is normally provided in the industry.

Mower:

Item #1 John Deere 1575 series enclosed cab front mount type mower:

· Mower shall have fully enclosed cab with climate control system

· Shall have all standard equipment

· Shall be diesel powered and capable of running on B20 biodiesel

· Engine shall produce a minimum of 20 hp at 3,000 RPM

· Mower shall have a fuel tank capacity of 14 gallons and a maximum capacity of 20 gallons

· Shall have hydrostatic type powertrain

· Shall have forward speed of at least 10 mph

· Shall have reverse speed of at least 5 mph

· Shall have standard 4 wheel drive

· Brakes shall be internal wet disc type

· Wheels shall be sized appropriately for the mower per manufacturer’s recommendations

· Operator’s seat shall be vinyl or equivalent with armrests

· Shall have operator’s display with a minimum of hour meter, engine coolant temperature gauge/light, and engine oil pressure light

· Shall have front mounted lights

· Shall have roof mounted beacon light

· Shall have all necessary hitch mounts to mount and operate front mower deck and plow blade

· Warranty period shall be a minimum of 24 months long

· Operator training for 3-6 City of Columbus personnel

· Shall include operator’s manual

· Shall include parts and repair manual in print or digital copy

Item #2 Mower deck

· Mower deck shall be minimum 58 inches wide and a maximum of 64 inches wide

· Mower deck shall be a front mount type with side discharge

· Mower deck shall be compatible attachment to machine supplied in item #1

Item #3 Plow blade

· Front plow blade shall be a minimum of 58 inches and a maximum of 62 inches

· Plow blade shall be compatible attachment to machine supplied in item #1

Delivery:

· The successful bidder(s) assume the responsibility for the equipment coordination including, but not limited to, transportation and insurance for complete unit(s) while in transport and until final acceptance by the City of Columbus.

· All vehicles/equipment must be delivered with all fluid levels at the manufacturer’s recommended full capacity. All manufacturer’s pre-delivery service and inspections should be completed prior to delivery to the City of Columbus. Written certification of the complete vehicle’s actual tare weight shall be included when the vehicle is delivered.

· The City of Columbus shall be notified no less than 24 hours prior to actual delivery by notifying Daniel Fennell (or designee,) at the Division of Water Reclamation (614) 645-6407, twenty-four (24) hours in advance. Delivery shall be F.O.B. destination prepaid and allowed.

Alternates:

· Alternate options will be accepted for this bid.

All correspondences regarding this bid should be sent via email to RJHreha@columbus.gov

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