Notice of Auction - 2012 Toro Groundsmaster 4100-D Lawnmower

The Town of Franklin, Massachusetts is conducting a surplus asset auction for the sale of a used 2012 Toro Groundsmaster 4100-D diesel-powered lawn mower through the Municibid online auction platform (Auction# 76893684). This procurement involves the sale of municipal equipment previously operated by the Parks Department that has accumulated 2,514 hours of operation and was removed from service in fall 2024. The mower features a 10.3-foot cutting width, remains operational, and is being sold in as-is condition with no warranty provided. The auction opened on April 28, 2026 and will close on May 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM, with an opening bid set at $10,000.00. Interested parties may schedule equipment inspections by contacting the Parks Department at 508-553-5549 prior to submitting bids. All bidding transactions occur exclusively through the Municibid website, and questions regarding the auction process should be directed to the Town's Procurement Officer at 508-553-4835.

The winning bidder must execute a non-collusion statement in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 30B and a bill of sale upon award notification. Payment is required in the form of cash, cashier's check, bank check, or money order made payable to the Town of Franklin. There are no indicated set-aside designations or restrictions limiting the types of organizations that may participate in this auction. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure integration requirements are applicable to this procurement as it involves the sale of surplus municipal equipment rather than a service contract. The award value is expected to be at minimum $10,000.00, with the final amount determined through competitive bidding on the Municibid platform.