Purchase of 72"Deck Mower

The City of Edgerton, Wisconsin is seeking quotes for the procurement of a specialized 72-inch mid-mount deck mower for municipal services. The Request for Quotes (RFQ) specifically calls for a rear-wheel drive mower with precise technical specifications, including a Kohler Command ECV749 EFI engine, 12-volt starter system, Parker pump and wheel motor systems, and a full floating Ultra Cut Series mowing deck with side discharge capabilities. The procurement requires one mower with an installed mulch kit and an additional set of mulching blades. Bids must be submitted by February 11, 2021, at 4:00 PM Central Time via mail, physical delivery, email, or fax to the City of Edgerton located at 12 Albion Street. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest bid price from a responsible and responsive bidder whose offer conforms to the specified requirements. Bidders must submit a single irrevocable offer valid for at least 90 days and are required to execute a Non-Collusion Statement.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention any set-aside designations for disadvantaged or minority-owned enterprises. The City of Edgerton reserves the right to reject any and all bids, award by item or in combination, and modify quantities based on fund availability. While no specific budget range is disclosed, the successful bidder will be required to provide a limited five-year warranty covering 1,250 hours with no hour limit in the first two years. The procurement is open to vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications and delivery requirements. The bid documents indicate that all applicable Wisconsin State and City of Edgerton laws and regulations will govern the procurement process. Potential bidders are advised that any protests must be submitted within 30 calendar days of learning the facts giving rise to the grievance, and they are encouraged to notify the city of any restrictive language that might inadvertently limit competition.