Riding mower and angle broom

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services, Division of Procurement and Support Services, is soliciting bids for a one-time procurement of one Skid Steer Angle Broom and three Riding Mowers for Coos County, specifically to be delivered to the NHDOT District 1 Office in Whitefield, NH. The bid, identified as RFB 149-25, requires vendors to provide detailed unit pricing for equipment meeting specific technical requirements, including precise specifications for horsepower, tire sizes, cutting width, and additional features. Bid distribution is scheduled for 4/3/2025, with the final date for vendor questions set at 4/15/2025, and bid closing on 4/22/2025 at 10:00 AM Eastern Time. Vendors must commit to delivering the equipment within 30 days of receiving the purchase order. The award will be made to the responsible vendor submitting the lowest cost bid that comprehensively meets all specified technical requirements and standards.

The procurement does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Vendors must provide a minimum warranty of one year or the manufacturer's standard period, whichever is longer, which must cover 100% of parts, shipping, labor, travel, lodging, and associated expenses. Payment terms are net 30 days following invoice receipt and goods acceptance, with invoices to be submitted to a designated email address. The state emphasizes environmentally friendly purchasing principles, requiring vendors to provide energy-efficient, reusable, recyclable products that minimize polluting byproducts. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the available documentation, the procurement appears focused on acquiring functional maintenance equipment for county operations. Vendors will be evaluated primarily on cost-effectiveness, technical compliance, and alignment with green purchasing principles.