D3 3-Point Hitch Flail Mower

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Transportation (IDOT), is procuring a severe-duty flail type mower attachment with a 3-point hitch for use in Lasalle County. The mower must have a cutting width of at least 70 inches and be compatible with tractors ranging from 60 to 110 horsepower. Key requirements include hydraulic side-to-side offset, vertical rotation, a mulching option, and a heavy-duty rotor with forged and hardened steel hammer-style blades. The successful bidder must be an established manufacturer or authorized dealer, and be able to provide prompt parts and service within Illinois. Vendors are required to submit descriptive literature and complete a specification questionnaire with their bid response. Deliveries must be made F.O.B. destination, and the successful vendor must guarantee delivery within the quoted time and ensure the mower is fully operational upon delivery. One-day training by qualified factory or dealer personnel must also be provided. The contract opportunity is open to all established manufacturers or their authorized dealers, with serviceability being a factor in the award decision. No set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types have been identified. The contract value or budget range has not been specified.