DNR Forestry Mulcher Tractor

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is conducting a procurement for a Forestry Mulcher Tractor through an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with solicitation number 25-422DNR-DIREC-B-48128, targeting St. Clair County. The specific procurement seeks one new Forestry Mulcher Tractor with precise technical requirements, including a minimum 375 ISO horsepower diesel engine, FAE 300/U/PM-250 hydraulically driven rotor grinding head, and rubber tires. The equipment will be used to create, maintain, and restore wildlife habitat, public upland hunting areas, and clear obstructive and invasive trees and vegetation from horse, OHV, and walking trails. The solicitation is being conducted entirely through the BidBuy electronic procurement system, with electronic submissions required by June 23, 2025. Evaluation criteria will focus on responsiveness, vendor responsibility, and the lowest overall total price, with bids required to remain firm for 90 days from the opening date. Bidders must submit required documentation including a Vendor Disclosure form, Offer to the State of Illinois, and complete all necessary IPG (Illinois Procurement Gateway) registration requirements.

The procurement appears to have no specific small business set-aside requirements or Business Enterprise Program (BEP) goals for this solicitation. Vendors must complete comprehensive vendor disclosure forms, which include detailed certifications about ownership, financial interests, potential conflicts of interest, and compliance with state regulations. The contract has an initial term commencing upon final signature and ending on June 30, 2026, with a maximum total term not exceeding ten years. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the contract requires the winning vendor to provide product literature, manufacturer's full warranty, on-site training, and delivery to the Heavy Equipment Crew Headquarters in Pawnee, Illinois. The contract includes standard provisions for payment, insurance, compliance with laws, and indemnification, and is subject to the availability of state appropriations. Potential bidders should be prepared to provide two copies of owner's, parts, and service manuals, and demonstrate the equipment's capabilities during the procurement process.