Holmes Utility Vehicle

The Consolidated School District of New Britain is requesting sealed bids for a Kubota utility vehicle for Holmes Elementary School, with bids due June 10, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and public opening at 250 John Downey Drive, New Britain, Connecticut.

The scope is a single new, unused Kubota GZ520-E3F-UV utility vehicle configured for grounds maintenance and snow operations, delivered turnkey to Holmes Elementary School at 2150 Stanley Street, New Britain, Connecticut 06052, attention Robert Smedley. The vehicle must include a full cab, snow attachments, light package, and specified accessories: heater kit, wipe kit, front heavy load strut, backup beeper, front LED work lights, strobe light kit, 60-inch front straight blade, snow deflector, and heavy duty cutting edge. Pricing is submitted on the bid form as a total price excluding sales tax, excise tax, or other taxes for which the school district is not liable; the district will execute necessary exemption certificates. FOB Destination delivery terms apply, and the contractor bears all delivery costs and liability for damage during performance.

The contractor must maintain comprehensive insurance throughout the contract term: Commercial General Liability with a $2,000,000 general aggregate limit, Automobile Liability with $1,000,000 limits, and Workers' Compensation with statutory limits. The City of New Britain and Consolidated School District must be named as additional insured parties. Bids must be firm for 90 days following bid opening. Sealed submissions only; facsimile and email are not permitted. Payment is made upon delivery by check for the total balance following issuance of an approved purchase order. The school district reserves the right to reject all bids, make multiple awards, and select the most responsible bidder. Questions are due June 10, 2026 at 9:45 a.m.; contact Robert Smedley, Manager of Technology and Special Projects, at 860-827-2217 or smedley@csdnb.org. Complete bid documents and any addenda are available at www.csdnb.org/bids.