John Deere Backhoe

Anderson County Government in Tennessee is seeking bids for a John Deere Backhoe for its Highway Department through Bid #2608. The procurement is specifically targeting a backhoe equivalent or equal to the John Deere 320 P-Tier model, with detailed specifications including a Level 3 Cab, Rear Camera System, Premium Package Radio, and Autoshift Transmission. Vendors must submit one original and one copy of their bid in a sealed envelope, clearly labeled with the bid number, by October 16, 2025, at 2:30 p.m. Eastern Time. The equipment comes with an extended warranty covering powertrain and hydraulics for 36 months or 3000 hours. Bid submission requires completion of multiple attachments, including a Non-Collusion Affidavit, Diversity Business Information form, and Conflict of Interest Statement. The county reserves the right to waive informalities, reject any or all bids, and award the contract to the bid deemed most favorable to Anderson County.

The bid documents do not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types. However, vendors must demonstrate compliance with insurance requirements, including Workers' Compensation and Commercial General Liability coverage. While no specific budget range is mentioned, the procurement appears to be a standard equipment acquisition for municipal use. The Q&A documentation indicates an anticipated award timeline of approximately 30 days from the posting date. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration requirements are explicitly noted in the provided documentation. Potential bidders should carefully review the comprehensive specifications and ensure full compliance with all submission requirements to be considered for the contract.