Commercial Front-Mount Mower w/Cab and Attachments

The Minnesota Army National Guard seeks procurement of one commercial front-mount mower with cab and attachments for Camp Ripley Training Center in Little Falls, Minnesota, with proposals due July 20, 2026. The procurement is a 100% Total Small Business Set-Aside under NAICS 333112, with an active SBA Non-Manufacturer Rule Class Waiver in effect.

This is a "Brand Name or Equal" acquisition using the John Deere 1585 TerrainCut Front Mower as the baseline reference model. Offerors offering an equal product must meet or exceed salient characteristics and minimum requirements specified in the Statement of Work. Place of performance is Camp Ripley Training Center, Little Falls, Minnesota, with FOB Destination delivery required by September 30, 2026.

The equipment must include a 35–40 HP, 3-cylinder diesel engine with hydrostatic power train, 4-wheel drive, and front independent PTO. The cab must comply with OSHA 1928.51 rollover protection standards and include climate control, air filtration, LED lighting, windshield wipers, external mirrors, AM/FM stereo radio, and 12-volt power outlet. The 72-inch rear discharge mower deck requires 7-gauge minimum steel construction, 18,000 FPM minimum blade tip speed, and 1–6 inch adjustable cutting depths. The procurement includes a 60-inch hydraulic front angling blade kit, 60-inch two-stage snow blower with hydraulic chute control, and 60-inch hydraulic rotary broom. A 24-month warranty and ANSI B71.4 safety certification are required. Deliverables include operator and maintenance manuals with diagnostic software, in-person operator familiarization training, and a 3-year or 3,000-hour planned maintenance package covering scheduled engine services, fluids, filters, and general maintenance. Evaluation criteria include Technical Capability (pass/fail), Delivery Schedule, Warranty and Maintenance Plan, Value-Added Features, Past Performance, and Price, with non-price factors combined approximately equal to price in weight. The contract specialist is Daniel Bart at daniel.g.bart.civ@army.mil or 320-616-6012.