John Deere FC10R Flex Wing Rotary Cutter

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is seeking to procure a John Deere FC10R Flex Wing Rotary Cutter for delivery to Perry State Forest in New Lexington, Ohio. The solicitation is for a new 10-foot batwing mower with specific equipment requirements, including foam-filled tires, torsional suspension, and severe duty agricultural tires. The mower weighs approximately 5,685 pounds and features a clevis hitch hookup, double front safety chain shields, and a 540 RPM driveline. The contract includes a five-year warranty on gear boxes and a one-year warranty on the machine, with delivery required before July 11th, 2025. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder based on the low lot total, calculated by multiplying unit costs by estimated usage. The bid opportunity is posted through OhioBuys and is specifically located in Preble County, with a proposal due date of May 27, 2025.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations. Bidders will need to complete several mandatory forms, including an Affirmation and Disclosure Form that requires detailed information about business operations, service locations, and compliance with executive orders prohibiting offshore services. Contractors must also submit an OPERS Independent Contractor Form and adhere to the State of Ohio's Standard Terms and Conditions, which include requirements for $1,000,000 in commercial general liability insurance. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the solicitation suggests this is a standard equipment procurement for state forest maintenance. Invoicing must be submitted directly to Financial Shared Services, with the purchase order valid only for goods and services received through June 30th, 2025, and any subsequent services requiring a new purchase order.