Mid-Size Tractor for Agricultural Use (2025-UWMSN-00897-RFB)

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is seeking bids for a Mid-Size Tractor for Agricultural Use through a Request for Bid (RFB) process, specifically identified as event number 2025-UWMSN-00897-RFB. The procurement is located within Dane County and the City of Madison, Wisconsin, with all bid responses required to be submitted through the online platform https://bids.sciquest.com/apps/Router/PublicEvent. The procurement involves the acquisition of a mid-size agricultural tractor, with specific technical requirements clarified in Amendment 1, which addressed RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) technology capabilities. The university has indicated that sub-inch satellite-based guidance would be acceptable for their operational needs. Interested bidders must submit their proposals by January 28, 2025, and all questions regarding the solicitation must be directed to Mike Marean at mike.marean@wisc.edu. The procurement timeline includes the original posting date of January 7, 2025, with a firm submission deadline of January 28, 2025. Bidders who submitted initial responses are required to re-certify and resubmit their proposals in the ShopUW+ system to acknowledge the amendment.

While specific set-aside designations were not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the procurement appears to be an open competitive bid for agricultural equipment. No information was provided about incumbent vendors, specific vendor restrictions, or designated disadvantaged enterprise participation. The procurement does not specify a precise budget range or award value for the mid-size tractor. The solicitation suggests the university is seeking a standard agricultural tractor with satellite-based guidance capabilities, implying a professional-grade piece of equipment suitable for university agricultural operations. The procurement process appears standard, utilizing an online bidding platform and allowing potential vendors to submit competitive proposals. The amendment process indicates a commitment to clear communication and precise specification of equipment requirements, which could potentially impact the final pricing and technical specifications of the procured tractor.