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This is a Purchase Description for a utility tractor to be procured by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for delivery to Hiram M. Chittenden Locks in Seattle, Washington. The procurement requires one new utility tractor, no older than 2023, with delivery required no later than July 1, 2026. The tractor must feature open-station seating, a maximum gross vehicle weight of 2,300 lbs (including bucket loader, rear tire spacers, and ballast-filled tires), power steering, and a front-end loader with general-purpose bucket capable of lifting minimum 700 lbs at pivot points. The engine must provide SAE J1995 gross power of 18-26 kW (24-35 hp) with minimum 3 cylinders, pressurized lubrication, liquid cooling, and minimum 55 lb.-ft torque. Additional engine specifications include 2000-3000 rpm operating speed, minimum 400 CCA battery, 60 amp alternator, and 1 kW starter.
The tractor must include a hydrostatic transmission with forward/reverse pedals, wet disk brakes, and hydrostatic power steering; an open-center hydraulic system with 8 gpm minimum flow and 2300 psi minimum operating pressure; turf tires with four-wheel drive; independent rear 540-rpm power take-off; foldable rollover protection; and a Category 1 hitch with minimum 1,000 lb three-point lift capacity. Wheelbase must be 58-64 inches with minimum 8-inch front axle clearance and maximum 9-foot turning radius. The tractor must be compatible with Load Trail DS05 or DS07 dump trailers and miscellaneous attachments including slit seeders and top dressers. Required submittals include descriptive materials, manufacturer specifications, warranty documentation, and two complete Operation and Maintenance Manuals with contact information for contractor, manufacturer, and spare parts distributors. All parts, labor, and workmanship are covered by a 1-year warranty. New equipment only is acceptable; remanufactured or "gray market" items are prohibited. Delivery must occur during Hiram M. Chittenden Locks business hours (Monday-Thursday, 7:00 am–4:00 pm, excluding Federal holidays) at 3015 NW 54th Street, Seattle, WA 98119, with the contractor responsible for unloading since no loading dock is available. The tractor must be from a make and model currently supported by factory-certified technicians within 50 miles of Seattle.
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Purchase Description
Lake Washington Ship Canal (LWSC) Utility Tractor Seattle, WA
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers requires one new utility tractor, no older than 2023, to be delivered to Hiram M. Chittenden Locks in Seattle, Washington.
SPECIFICATIONS:
The Utility Tractor must meet or exceed this requirement as specified and shall have the following minimum salient characteristics:
General Description:
Open station seating Gross vehicle weight with attachments: maximum 2,300 lbs.
o Maximum operating weight of 2,300 lbs. includes bucket loader, rear tire spacers, and ballast-filled rear tires
Power steering Must be equipped with front-end loader and general-purpose bucket o Capable of loading/dumping sand, soil, mulch, and other materials o Loader lift capacity at pivot points: minimum 700 lbs.
Must be compatible with miscellaneous attachments o Slit seeder o Top dresser
Must be equipped with rear tire spacers Rear tires should be filled with ballast
Engine:
SAE J1995 gross engine power: 18-26 kW (24-35 hp) Engine speed: 2000-3000 rpm Number of cylinders: minimum 3 Pressurized lubrication Liquid cooling system Engine torque: minimum 55 lb.-ft
Electrical:
Battery size: minimum 400 CCA Alternator: minimum 60 amp Starter size: minimum 1 kW
Transmission:
hydrostatic transmission with forward/reverse pedals Wet disk brakes Hydrostatic power steering
Hydraulics Open center hydraulic system Total hydraulic flow: 8 gpm minimum Operating pressure: minimum 2300 psi
Fuel Tank:
Diesel
Tires:
Turf tires Four-wheel drive
Power Take-off (PTO):
Independent rear 540-rpm Control by lever and switch Wet disk clutch Wet disk brake
Operator Station:
Foldable rollover protection Platform: flat/straddle Open-station seating (not a cab)
Dimensions:
Wheelbase: 58-64 in.
Front axle clearance o Minimum 8 in.
Turning radius o maximum 9 ft with brakes Instrument and Controls:
1 Air horn LED marker lights Daytime running lights Fuel gauge Speedometer
Hauling Requirements:
Must have category 1 hitch Utility trailer must be compatible with and able to haul a Load Trail brand DS05 or
DS07 dump trailer.
Three-point hitch lift capacity: minimum 1,000 lb. at 24 in. behind lift point
Serviceability:
Utility Tractor must be a make and model that is currently supported and serviceable by factory certified technicians located within 50 miles of delivery location of Seattle, WA. Utility Tractor must be under extended warranty plan for a minimum of 1 year.
SUBMITTALS:
Descriptive Materials (brochures, illustrations, drawings, data sheets, etc.) must be submitted, which will allow the Contracting Officer to determine, without discussion with the offeror, whether the products being offered meet all of the required specifications. Submittals shall include copies of manufactures catalog cut sheet, specification sheets, and warranty for tractor and major components and accessories.
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUALS:
Two complete copies of the Operation and Maintenance Manual will be required for the tractor.
The manuals shall include instructions on the installation, operation, maintenance, repair, troubleshooting, and warranty. They shall also include diagrams listing all system components, part numbers, and a list of recommended spare parts.
Also included shall be the name, phone and fax numbers, and email address of the contractor, manufacturer, and a distributor where spare parts can be purchased.
The following identification shall be inscribed on the covers:
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
Contract Name Lake Washington Ship Canal Name of the Contractor Contract Number
WARRANTY:
On all parts, labor, and workmanship shall be covered by a 1-year warranty. The contractor shall thoroughly test the tractor and all accessories prior to delivery.
ACCEPTANCE OF MATERIALS:
Materials will be inspected at the delivery point prior to acceptance. Contractor shall be responsible for maintaining the product’s condition as specified until the point of acceptance. New equipment only; no remanufactured or “gray market” items.
DELIVERY SCHEDULE:
The successful bidder shall be required to deliver the tractor to no later than July 1st, 2026. A loading dock is NOT available, so the freight company shall be required to provide means of unloading the tractor as necessary without an unloading dock. All deliveries must take place during Hiram M. Chittenden Locks business hours of Monday through Thursday 7:00 am – 4:00 pm, excluding Federal holidays.
DELIVERY LOCATION:
Item shall be delivered to the following address:
US Army Corps of Engineers ATTN: Marena Yarnell Hiram M. Chittenden Locks 3015 NW 54th St.
Seattle, WA 98119
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