Region 1 Roller Harrow

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is soliciting bids for the procurement of a new 14-ft Roller Harrow through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (MACS), with the specific bid identified as FWP-IFB-21-0153. The procurement is focused on obtaining an agricultural vehicle implement for use in Lincoln County, with delivery required to 52928 Ninepipe Road, Charlo, MT 59824 under Freight on Board (FOB) terms. The bid was opened on May 14, 2021, at 12:00 PM MDT and is set to close on May 31, 2021, at 5:00 PM MDT, with sealed bids held until June 1, 2021, at 1:30 PM MDT. Vendor requirements include completing a contact information form, providing a warranty for the utility work machine, reviewing line items, and submitting a detailed cost breakdown that includes the new machine's cost, trade-in value, and total purchase cost. Vendors are required to contact Amanda Battin (Amanda.Battin@mt.gov or +1 406-495-3276) for any questions and must be prepared to handle all shipping and handling responsibilities.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. Payment terms are established at 0% 0, Net 30, and the procurement allows for alternate proposals. While no incumbent vendor information is provided, the bid encompasses commodity codes related to grounds maintenance, agricultural supplies, and agricultural vehicle implements. The document does not specify a precise budget range or award value, but it indicates the procurement is for a single Roller Harrow. Potential bidders should be prepared to provide comprehensive documentation, including warranty information and a detailed cost structure. The procurement appears to be open to agricultural equipment vendors capable of meeting the specified technical requirements and delivery specifications for the 14-ft Roller Harrow.