New Bedford Regional Airport Tractor and Batwing Mow Deck

The New Bedford Regional Airport is conducting a procurement for a specialized tractor and batwing mow deck through Massachusetts state contract FAC116, seeking qualified vendors to provide equipment for airport ground maintenance. The solicitation specifically requires an enclosed tractor with an approximately 20-foot wide bat-wing style mow deck designed for mowing areas around runways and taxiways. Key equipment specifications include turf and pavement-suitable tires, automatic transmission preference, ICOM A220 Mobile Aircraft Radio installation, Motorola XPR 5350 series radio mounting provisions, a mounted fire extinguisher, amber beacon light kit, and an enclosed climate-controlled cab. Vendors must be on the state's FAC116 approved vendor list and provide detailed, itemized cost breakdowns that include parts, installation, and delivery fees. The proposal is due by December 17, 2024, with equipment required to be delivered to 1569 Airport Road, New Bedford, MA by June 30, 2025. The contract will be awarded to the most responsible vendor offering the lowest price, with evaluation based on meeting all specified technical requirements and cost-effectiveness.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises or minority-owned businesses. The solicitation is open to vendors already approved on the Massachusetts FAC116 vendor list, which implies a pre-qualification process has already occurred. While no incumbent vendors are mentioned, the project seems to be partially funded through a state grant, suggesting potential additional oversight or compliance requirements. The document indicates that the City will provide an Exempt Purchase Certificate, which will eliminate sales tax from the transaction. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the comprehensive equipment requirements suggest a significant capital investment for specialized airport ground maintenance equipment. The procurement represents a targeted infrastructure improvement for the New Bedford Regional Airport, focusing on enhancing ground maintenance capabilities with modern, specialized equipment.