Bobcat MT100 with attachments

The Parkway School District in Chesterfield, Missouri, is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of a new Bobcat MT100 Mini Track Loader with two specific attachments, specifically a 36" root grapple attachment and a 54" light material bucket. This procurement is formally identified as Proposal Number 26-62 and will be conducted through the Parkway School District's Bonfire online bidding platform. The bid requires vendors to submit comprehensive proposals that include a brand-new equipment package, with strict prohibitions against used, reconditioned, or demonstrator equipment. All submitted bids must include pricing that covers handling, freight, assembly, setup, warranty, and any additional charges, with delivery to be made to the Parkway Warehouse located at 363 North Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, Missouri. The bid is scheduled to be opened on November 21, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with the district planning to notify the selected vendor tentatively on December 2, 2025. Delivery of the equipment will be accepted Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., excluding holidays and inclement weather days, and must include the standard manufacturer's warranty.

The procurement opportunity includes specific compliance requirements that may restrict vendor participation. Vendors must complete and submit an Affidavit of Non-Collusion, demonstrating that their bid is independently determined without collusion with other contractors. Additionally, all bidding companies must be enrolled in the federal E-Verify work authorization program for employees, particularly for contracts exceeding $5,000, as mandated by Missouri Revised Statute 285.530. The district follows a "lowest and best" proposal evaluation methodology, which considers factors such as the extent to which bid items meet specifications, the vendor's ability to supply required items, inventory maintenance capabilities, prior district experience, and the company's financial strength. While no specific award value is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a one-time purchase of the specified equipment. The district also reserves the right to reject any bid, accept partial bids, or solicit new bids, and provides a preference for domestic and Missouri-based products. Vendors must be prepared to potentially extend bid terms to other local school districts and provide comprehensive technical support and order capabilities.