NOI Grounds Maintenance Equipment and Related Attachments

The North Dakota State Procurement Office is initiating a cooperative purchasing agreement with Sourcewell for Grounds Maintenance Equipment and Related Attachments, solicitation number 112624. The procurement encompasses a comprehensive range of equipment including lawn and garden machinery for various maintenance applications such as lawn care, field maintenance, golf course upkeep, landscape management, sidewalk and walking path maintenance, parking lot care, and snow removal. The contract will also cover irrigation and aeration equipment, beach and waterfront maintenance tools, and related accessories, parts, and services including repair, maintenance, installation, and warranty programs. Potential bidders are required to submit any questions or protests no later than seven days prior to the solicitation opening, with all communications directed to Procurement Officer Seth Westby at (701) 328-1953 or swestby@nd.gov. The solicitation documents will be available through Sourcewell's website, with a proposal due date of April 15, 2025.

The cooperative purchase is being facilitated through Sourcewell, a local government agency and service cooperative established under Minnesota law, which suggests that the procurement may have broad eligibility for various vendor types. While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, the cooperative nature of the contract implies potential opportunities for diverse vendors. No incumbent vendors are mentioned in the current documentation, and there are no specific references to integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology. The contract appears to be structured as a comprehensive equipment and services agreement, potentially allowing for significant flexibility in vendor participation. Though no specific budget range or award value is provided, the broad scope of equipment and services suggests a potentially substantial procurement opportunity for qualified vendors in the grounds maintenance and equipment sector.