3 - 18' Flex Wing Rotary Mowers

The Oregon Department of Transportation, Fleet Operations and Services is requesting bids on three Schulte FX-318, 18' Flex Wing Rotary mowers (or approved equal) under ITB #73000-00018201, with bids due October 28, 2026. A 5% Buy Oregon Preference applies to goods fabricated or processed entirely in Oregon; a tiebreaker preference favors Oregon-manufactured goods at equal pricing; and reciprocal preference adjustments apply to out-of-state bidders.

Equipment must be new, current production models compliant with OSHA, MSHA, EPA, and SAE standards, configured with 1,000 rpm drive, eight forklift-type tires, double safety chains on front and rear decks, and Pro Level hitch. Units will be deployed statewide for highway maintenance across elevations from near sea level to 8,000 feet in all weather conditions. Delivery must be completed F.O.B. destination within 120 calendar days of purchase order issuance to 455 Airport Road SE, Building K, Salem, Oregon, with all transportation and handling charges borne by the contractor. ODOT retains a 14-calendar-day inspection and acceptance period from delivery; rejected goods must be cured within 14 days or ODOT may source replacements and deduct costs from invoice.

Bidders must demonstrate a minimum of three years' experience providing similar goods and submit three references for comparable work completed within the last three years. All bids must be submitted electronically through OregonBuys with completed Bid Pricing Form, Bid Cover Sheet, and references. Bidders must certify non-debarment, no active SAM exclusions, tax compliance, and for contract prices of $150,000 or more, written sexual harassment and discrimination prevention policies. Pricing must remain firm for one year following award. ODOT reserves the right to award additional contractors at the second-lowest, third-lowest, or subsequent bidder levels within nine months contingent upon need, available funding, and agreement to match original pricing. The contract term is one year or upon completion of contractor obligations, whichever occurs sooner, with potential extensions available for up to four additional years. Payment is made within 30 calendar days following acceptance, with potential 5% retainage at ODOT's discretion.