Purchase of kubota SVL75-3

The Town of Branford, Connecticut is issuing a request for bids for the purchase of one new 2026 Kubota SVL75-3 compact track loader for its Wastewater Treatment Plant. The procurement involves a 74.3 horsepower Tier 4 Kubota compact track loader equipped with a cab, air conditioning, hydraulic quick coupler, heated air rise seat, and 15-inch wide rubber tracks, along with specified accessories including a 74-inch heavy-duty low-profile bucket with cutting edge and side cutter, strobe light kit, hose stay, high-impact front window, and upgraded Camso tracks. Bidders must submit sealed proposals in two copies, along with a notarized Non-Collusion Affidavit, to the Finance Department at 1019 Main Street, Branford, Connecticut 06405 by 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, April 15, 2026, with bids publicly opened immediately thereafter in the basement conference room of Town Hall. Qualified bidders are required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 aggregate, and must name the Town of Branford as an additional insured on a primary and non-contributory basis. The bid price must remain valid for 60 days from bid opening, bidders must state the delivery date on the bid form, and the Town reserves the right to reject any or all bids based on what it deems in its best interest. The equipment includes a base warranty of two years or 2,000 hours with full machine coverage and five years or 3,000 hours emission coverage, with extended warranty and maintenance packages available through the dealer.

The solicitation document does not specify any set-aside designations, restrictions on vendor type, or disadvantaged enterprise requirements for this procurement. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the available documentation. The solicitation does not disclose an estimated contract value or budget range for this equipment purchase. Successful bidders may be required to furnish a performance and payment bond equal to 100 percent of the contract sum, though no bid bond is required for submission. Detailed specifications and additional scope of services information may be obtained from the Branford Finance Department, the Town's website at www.branford-ct.gov, or the State of Connecticut DAS website. Daniel LaBanca, Water Pollution Control Facility Collections Supervisor, serves as the primary contact for inquiries at (203) 488-3125 or dlabanca@branford-ct.gov.