Trackloader

The Macon Water Authority, a political subdivision of the State of Georgia located in Bibb County, is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of new 2026 track loaders through an Invitation for Bid. The Authority seeks two distinct equipment configurations: one John Deere Track Loader model 325G equipped with a Seppi SMWA 175 Fail Mulcher, and one John Deere Track Loader model 325G paired with a John Deere RC72B Rotary Cutter. Each unit must be delivered as a new, fully equipped machine ready for immediate use, with all quoted prices to be delivered prices FOB Destination, with non-applicable taxes deducted. Bidders may propose equivalent products that meet or exceed the stated specifications, provided they submit complete descriptive literature and proof of equivalency, though the Authority reserves sole judgment on the acceptability of alternatives. Sealed bids must be received by 12:00 noon on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at the Macon Water Authority office (790 Second Street, Macon, Georgia 31201, attention Rhonda Smith), with public bid opening scheduled for 2:00 PM the same day. Written requests for specification interpretations must be submitted to rhsmith@maconwater.org no later than 5:00 PM on Friday, March 6, 2026. The Authority reserves full freedom to award bids individually or as a lump sum and may reject any or all bids, awarding to other than the lowest bidder based on factors including price, reputation, financial responsibility, experience, usefulness to the using department, and prior performance. Manufacturers' statements of origin free and clear of all liens and encumbrances must accompany delivery, and warranty information must be provided on the prescribed bid form.

The procurement documents do not specify set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations eligible to respond, nor do they identify disadvantaged enterprise requirements or incumbent vendors. No existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are noted in the solicitation. The budget range or award value for this procurement is not disclosed in the available documentation. Bidders should note that no bids may be withdrawn for sixty days after the bid opening, and bidders must use the enclosed bid forms, as use of other documents may render a bid non-responsive.