Final_RFB_758_2600000526_1_SO_FORM.PDF
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- Tree Seedling Lifter & Pickup
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- RFB 758 2600000526 1
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- Kentucky
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This is a Request for Bid (RFB) issued by the Commonwealth of Kentucky, Department of Forestry, for agricultural equipment procurement. The solicitation seeks bids for two line items: one SMZ PL ECO 3 Lifter and one 1400 Pickup Attachment with Side Delivery Conveyor, both specified as tree seedling equipment. The lifter is equipped with a movable knife, three shakers, PTO drive, rear lighting, hydraulically adjustable wheels, and a Walterscheid PTO shaft with 1.5-meter working dimensions; it includes a two-year warranty and must comply with CE regulations. The pickup attachment is designed to collect plants behind the lifter and features hydraulic steering wheels, adjustable hydraulic band with pins, adjustable pickup arm and unit, side conveyor adjustable in height and speed, and comprehensive lighting and safety items, also with a two-year warranty. The solicitation was issued on April 14, 2026, with bids due by May 1, 2026, at 13:30. Equipment is to be shipped to the Division of Forestry at John P Rhody Nursery in Gilbertsville, Kentucky, with billing directed to the Division of Forestry in Frankfort, Kentucky.
Bidders are required to include completed bid information with best price and delivery terms. Vendors proposing alternate brands or specifications must submit descriptive literature for approval; failure to provide sufficient documentation may result in a non-responsive bid. Shipping costs must be included in the bid offer. Contact for questions is Stephanie Durr at 502-564-6521. The solicitation allows online bidding and incorporates Terms and Conditions (Attachment A) and any subsequent addenda as binding requirements. All bidders must acknowledge receipt of and compliance with the solicitation requirements by signing the bid document.
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Document ID: RFB 758 2600000526 Page: 1
Commonwealth of Kentucky
SOLICITATION
Modification: No Version #:
TITLE: Tree Seedling Lifter & Pickup
Date Issued:
04/14/2026 Record Date:
04/14/2026
Solicitation Closes Date:
05/01/2026 Time:
13:30
Solicitation No:
RFB 758 2600000526
Online Bidding Prohibited: No
For Information Call:
Stephanie Durr 502-564-6521
Bid Receiving Location:
Bid Receiving
See Terms & Conditions for Bid Submission Instructions
Other KY
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__ Sole Proprietorship __ Partnership __ Corporation __ Other_________________________
SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED AGENT IS REQUIRED UNLESS RESPONSE
IS SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY. FAILURE TO SIGN SHALL RENDER
THE BID INVALID.
Signature X_________________________________________ FEIN#____________________ Date____________
All offers subject to all terms and conditions contained in this solicitation.
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Line Items
Commodity Group: Default Commodity Group
Line CL Description Quantity UOM Unit Cost Line Total or Contract Amnt
1 SMZ PL ECO 3 Lifter 1.00000 EA
Comm Code Comm Description Manufacturer Model # Manuf Part #
020 AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT,
IMPLEMENTS, AND ACCESSORIES (SEE
CLA
Extended Description SMZ PL ECO 3 Lifter -OR APPROVED EQUAL-
Specifications:
- 2 years warranty on the machine.
- Lifter with a movable knife and 3 shaker.
- PTO Drive
- Rear lighting
- Recommended creeper gear for tractor
- The knife and shaking grates are from special high quality steel.
- The machine is produced with all CE regulations.
- The wheels on the back of the machine are hydraulically adjustable.
- Walterscheid PTO shaft
- Working dimensions is 1.5m (59" Height)
*SHIPPING TO BE INCLUDED IN BID OFFER*
Bidders who propose alternate brands/specifications should enclose descriptive literature with their bids so that the equality can be verified. Failure to enclose sufficient literature may result in a non-responsive bid. If the brands are not changed, the contract will be written accordingly and the successful bidder shall be required to deliver the brand/specification stated in the solicitation.
Line CL Description Quantity UOM Unit Cost Line Total or Contract Amnt
2 1400 Pickup Attachment with Side Delivery Conveyor
1.00000 EA
Comm Code Comm Description Manufacturer Model # Manuf Part #
020 AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENT,
IMPLEMENTS, AND ACCESSORIES (SEE
CLA
Extended Description 1400 Pickup Attachment with Side Delivery Conveyor -OR APPROVED EQUAL-
Specifications:
- Machine to pick up the plants behind the lifter.
- 1.5m (59) working dimension
- Hydraulic steering wheels
- Hydraulic band with pins to take up the plants adjustable in speed.
- Pick up arm is hydraulicly adjustable
- Pick up unit is hydraulicly adjustable
- Side conveyor adjustable in height and speed
- Extra roll which is made on the Pick-up unit to adjust the whole machine stable during working
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- The above adjustable items of the machine are all adjustable from the tractor and from the working point on the back of the machine
- The machine has all lights, reflectors, and safety items to drive save on the road
- 2-year warranty on the whole machine
*SHIPPING TO BE INCLUDED IN BID OFFER"
Bidders who propose alternate brands/specifications should enclose descriptive literature with their bids so that the equality can be verified. Failure to enclose sufficient literature may result in a non-responsive bid. If the brands are not changed, the contract will be written accordingly and the successful bidder shall be required to deliver the brand/specification stated in the solicitation.
Shipping Information Division of Forestry - John P Rhody Nursery
515 John P Rhody Lane
Gilbertsville KY 42044
Billing Information Division of Forestry KDFpurchases@ky.gov 300 Sower Blvd, 4th Floor
Frankfort KY 40601
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Submission Checklist
The following items will be required to be submitted with bid:
Item Bid Information-Completed Best Price Best Delivery
See “Attachment A” for Terms and Conditions. The terms and conditions set out in “Attachment A”, and any subsequent addenda, are incorporated into and are a part of the Solicitation. By signing the face of the Solicitation document, the vendor affirms that they have read and understood the Solicitation and the terms and conditions (Attachment A) and any subsequent addenda. Should the vendor fail to comply with the provisions of the Solicitation and the terms and conditions (Attachment A) and any subsequent addenda, then the Finance and Administration Cabinet reserves the right and retains the ability to deem the vendor ineligible from further participation in the Solicitation in question.
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