Revised Compact Utility Tractor Implement List and Specs combined 04042025.docx

The file is a Revised Compact Utility Tractor Implement List and Specifications document from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR), detailing implements for a compact diesel utility tractor through an Institutional Cooperative Purchasing (IRAP) contract. The procurement seeks specific tractor-compatible implements including a post hole digger (18-40 hp), 72-inch 3-point rear blade (medium duty), 72-inch 3-point landscape rake (medium duty), 3-point debris blower, 65-inch rotary tiller (medium duty), tandem 3-point disc harrow with notched adjustable blades, 60-inch rotary mower/cutter (18-45 hp), pallet forks with floating tines, loader arms with material bucket, and a Category 1 3-point ballast box. The contract opportunity is identified by ID 6806c1531e1b1a267a099e22, with a posting date of April 21, 2025, and a proposal due date of April 30, 2025.

The procurement is structured as an open competitive bid for qualified vendors who can meet detailed technical specifications and comprehensive certification requirements. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the document indicates the DNR is seeking a 4-wheel drive diesel tractor with 44-50 horsepower, featuring a turbocharged intercooled engine and hydrostatic transmission. Vendors must complete 33 distinct certification requirements covering legal, ethical, and operational standards, including compliance with state employment practices, tax obligations, labor laws, and anti-discrimination policies. The contract does not list incumbent vendors or specify existing infrastructure requirements, but emphasizes equal employment opportunities and potential vendor preference criteria. Potential sanctions for non-compliance could range from contract voiding to suspension, debarment, or financial penalties.