Harvest Master H3 Classic

The University of Georgia is conducting a Request for Quote (RFQ) for a Harvest Master H3 Classic system, seeking a supplier to provide the equipment with full installation and delivery services to their Griffin, GA location. This procurement is being executed under the State Purchasing Act, with a specific focus on acquiring a comprehensive agricultural harvesting system. The solicitation requires potential vendors to submit comprehensive pricing that includes all associated costs, shipping charges, and must fully comply with the attached Bid Specifications. Bidders are mandated to submit any questions through the designated Questions function within the solicitation platform and are explicitly instructed to only communicate with the University of Georgia Procurement Office regarding this opportunity. The procurement timeline indicates a posting date of December 13, 2024, with responses due by December 19, 2024. The evaluation criteria will center on identifying the lowest, most responsive, and responsible supplier that meets all specified requirements and with whom the university can successfully negotiate contract terms.

While no specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears to be open to all qualified suppliers capable of meeting the technical specifications for the Harvest Master H3 Classic system. The solicitation indicates a single award approach, meaning one vendor will be selected to provide the complete system and associated services. The procurement suggests a targeted, equipment-specific procurement without broad small business or disadvantaged enterprise preferences. Although the exact budget or potential contract value is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the RFQ, which includes equipment, installation, and delivery, implies a potentially significant investment. The geographic specificity (delivery to Griffin, GA) and the technical nature of the Harvest Master H3 Classic system suggest this is a specialized procurement likely targeting specific agricultural research or operational needs of the University of Georgia.