IFB_7800_MAS1010_ADD_1_v1.docx

This is a Solicitation Addendum issued by Austin Financial Services - Central Procurement for the City of Austin, Texas, regarding Invitation for Bid (IFB) 7800 MAS1010 for OEM Parts, Equipment, and Repairs for Kubota Agricultural Tractors. The addendum extends the original solicitation due date from September 22, 2026, to September 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM Central time. The City seeks a manufacturer-authorized Kubota parts dealer and warranty repair facility capable of providing both non-warranty and warranty repair services on an as-needed basis. Prospective offerors must demonstrate a minimum of three consecutive years of experience providing parts and repair services within the last five years to municipalities or comparable organizations, maintain a full-time manufacturer-authorized warranty repair facility within 60 miles of the Texas State Capitol equipped with necessary diagnostic tools, and employ a minimum of two qualified service technicians with documented experience and certifications. Questions were originally due September 8, 2026.

Pricing is structured as fixed unit price with prices firm for the first 12 calendar months, with adjustments permitted on anniversary dates based on the Consumer Price Index for Motor Vehicle Maintenance and Repair. The City applies local business and small business preference discounts of up to 5 percent on bids under $500,000 and 3 percent on bids between $500,000 and $50 million. Certified Small Business Subcontractors totaling at least 5 percent of bid value may qualify for additional discounts of 2 percent and 1 percent respectively. The contract requires compliance with the City of Austin Living Wage Program, mandating a minimum of $22.15 per hour for all covered employees and subcontractors. Offers must be submitted through the City's eResponse system in Austin Finance Online and are valid for 150 calendar days. Invoices are paid within 30 calendar days of receipt. Offerors must return one signed copy of this addendum with their response, or their offer may be subject to rejection.