Commercial compact utility tractor & loader procurement

The School District of the City of Saginaw, Michigan is requesting bids for one commercial-grade compact utility tractor equipped with a front-end loader, with bids due July 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM EST.

The benchmark specification is a 2019 John Deere 4066R or equivalent models from Kubota, Case IH, New Holland, or Mahindra. Minimum technical requirements include at least 65 horsepower Tier 4 compliant diesel engines, electronic hydrostatic transmissions, factory-installed deluxe cabs with climate control, at least two rear selective control valves, and front-end loaders with mechanical self-leveling functionality. For used equipment, the model year must be 2019 or newer with a maximum of 650 certified operating hours; vendors must provide complete maintenance and multi-point inspection reports. New equipment is also acceptable.

Bids must include total purchase price with itemized documentation of all fees and delivery charges to Saginaw Public Schools at 550 Millard Street, condition reports, warranty information, and guaranteed delivery or pickup dates. Bids are submitted by mail or in person to Tim Furtaw II. Evaluation criteria focus on financial value, specification compliance, equipment condition and hours, and lead time.

All bidders must execute two mandatory compliance documents before submission: a notarized Familial Disclosure Statement certifying no familial relationships between the bidder's owner or employees and members of the Saginaw Public Schools Board of Education or Superintendent, and a signed Iran Business Relationship Affidavit certifying eligibility under the Michigan Iran Economic Sanctions Act (2012 P.A. 517). The district reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive irregularities in the bidding process.