Rome TAW–16-30A Disk Harrow

Sarasota County is seeking quotes for the procurement of one (1) Rome TAW-16-30A Disk Harrow through a Quick Quote (QQ) solicitation. The procurement is specifically for an agricultural equipment item with precise technical specifications, including 30" diameter x 3/8" thick disk blades, adjustable blade scrapers, heavy-duty bearing wear plates, new industrial tires, hydraulic control groups with cylinders and hoses, and a drawbar jack stand with safety chain. The county has stipulated that no deviations from the specified model will be accepted, indicating a highly targeted procurement process. Key dates for this opportunity include a deadline for questions on February 7, 2025, and a response deadline of February 12, 2025, at 2:30 pm. Vendors are required to submit electronic responses through the ProcureNow portal, with the award to be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest total bid price. The procurement is being handled by Robin Anderson from the General Services Department, with a strict pricing threshold of $50,000.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention set-aside designations or restrictions for specific types of organizations. Vendors must comply with E-Verify requirements, public records regulations, and various Florida statutory requirements. The county is tax-exempt and will process payments through the Clerk of the Circuit Court in accordance with the Local Government Prompt Payment Act. The procurement allows for potential additional quantity purchases at the quoted unit price within 30 days of the award, with the possibility of extending unit pricing for up to one year if the vendor agrees. The disk harrow must be new, of the most current version/model, and compliant with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. The warranty will cover all materials for one year from the county's acceptance date or the standard manufacturer's warranty, whichever is longer. Delivery will be Free On Board (FOB) destination, with the specific delivery timeframe to be mutually agreed upon and indicated on the Purchase Order.