IDNR Carlyle Lake/R4 Forestry Mulcher for Excavator

The state of Illinois, through the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), is seeking to procure a Drum Mulcher for use on a Doosan DX225LC-5 excavator at Carlyle Lake. The equipment must have a minimum 36-inch working width, drum-style rotor with depth control, and be compatible with the specified excavator model. The selected vendor will be responsible for providing the mulching head, required hoses and mounting plate, as well as training, operator manuals, and maintenance manuals. Pricing is to include freight to the delivery location in Wilmington, Illinois. Bids are due by May 16, 2024, and the state's standard terms and conditions, as well as required certifications, will apply to the contract.

The procurement does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The solicitation references a brand name, Fecon BH40EXC, but allows for "or equal" products that meet the specified requirements. No incumbent vendors or budget information is provided in the available documents. Vendors will be responsible for providing the proposed make and model number in their bid submissions.