Tractor, Four Wheel Drive, 70 Hp

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Office of State Procurement Services, is seeking quotations for a one-time purchase of a single four-wheel drive tractor for the Department of Transportation. The specific procurement requires a tractor with a M7060HDC engine delivering 70 net horsepower and 64 PTO horsepower, featuring an 8-speed hydraulic shuttle transmission and a fully enclosed climate-controlled cab meeting ROPS standards. Required specifications include a quick-attach loader bucket with a minimum 72-inch width, Category 2 three-point hitch with 2,500-pound lift capacity, 540 rpm independent PTO, agricultural tread tires, backup alarm, work lights, and AM/FM Bluetooth radio. Quotations must be submitted through the State of Maine's AdvantageME Vendor Self Service system by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on December 29, 2025, with delivery expected to Augusta, Maine. Bidders must provide comprehensive documentation including manufacturer literature, warranty information, proof of in-state service facilities, detailed specifications, preventative maintenance schedules, and training programs. The evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, considering compliance with specifications, delivery timelines, and price, with award made to the lowest-priced qualified bidder.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the procurement documents. The State reserves the right to negotiate the purchase of additional units at the bid price for six months following the award. Pricing must be submitted on an FOB Destination basis, with all shipping and delivery charges included to the Maine Department of Transportation Fleet Services in Augusta. The State is exempt from Federal, State, and local taxes and requires quotations without these taxes. The manufacturer's standard one-year warranty will commence upon the in-service date, with all repair costs including parts and labor to be borne by the vendor during the warranty period. Bidders must demonstrate service facility availability within 75 miles of regional headquarters in Scarborough, Augusta, Dixfield, Bangor, and Presque Isle. Liquidated damages of $100 per unit per calendar day will be applied for delivery delays beyond the agreed date. While no specific budget range is provided, the procurement is for a single tractor with comprehensive operational requirements.