Region 4 Bobcat Compact Track Loader Trade-in

Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks is conducting an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for the procurement of a new Bobcat T66 T4 Compact Track Loader, which will be simultaneously traded with a 2017 Bobcat S595. The solicitation was issued on March 4, 2021, with bids due by April 5, 2021 at 5:00 PM MDT, and sealed bids will remain closed until April 6, 2021 at 1:30 PM MDT. The delivery location for the new equipment is specified as 4600 Giant Springs Rd., Great Falls, MT 59405. Vendors must submit comprehensive bids that include complete contact information, detailed warranty specifications for the utility work machine, precise cost breakdown for the new machine, trade-in valuation, and total purchase cost. The procurement encompasses multiple commodity codes, including grounds maintenance equipment, heavy construction tools, and specialized vehicles. Bidders are required to acknowledge responsibility for Freight on Board (FOB) delivery, with payment terms established at 0% with Net 30 conditions.

The solicitation does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent organizations. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available documentation. The bid documents include attachments such as pictures of the trade-in machine and technical specifications, which suggests potential integration requirements with existing equipment. While a specific budget range is not directly stated, the procurement involves the exchange of a 2017 Bobcat S595 for a new Bobcat T66 T4 Compact Track Loader, implying a transaction that likely involves both equipment valuation and potential monetary adjustment. The comprehensive nature of the bid requirements suggests that vendors must provide detailed technical and financial proposals to be considered for the contract, with a focus on meeting the specific operational needs of Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks.