Trailed Rotary Mower

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners is requesting competitive quotes for a one-time purchase of one trailed rotary mower under ITQ-26-00337, with quotes due July 22, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time through the County's electronic bidding system (Euna Procurement). The estimated project cost is $47,000.

The scope specifies a Trimax Snake S3 400 or equivalent unit with minimum cutting width of 3985mm (157 inches), transport width of 85 inches or less, transport height of 88 inches or less, cut height range of 10–100mm, 11 or more blade spindles, 40 horsepower or greater PTO output, work rate of 9 acres per hour or greater at 6 mph, automatic belt tensioners, and maintenance-free roller bearing system. All goods must be new, not used or remanufactured. Delivery must be completed within 180 days of Purchase Order receipt; the contractor bears all freight charges and offload arrangements and must provide quarterly build and order status updates to the County Project Manager.

Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must submit offers on all line items to be eligible for award.

Commercial General Liability insurance with minimum limits of $1 million to $5 million per occurrence and Automobile Liability coverage of $300,000 to $1 million combined single limit are required. Hillsborough County must be named as an Additional Insured. Contractors must provide Certificates of Insurance and proof of coverage before commencing services, with 30 days' written notice required for cancellation or material changes. Insurance providers must be authorized in Florida with A.M. Best ratings of A− Class 7 or better.

E-Verify enrollment is mandatory by contract award. Contractors must maintain a legally authorized workforce in compliance with Florida Statutes Section 448.095. A Drug-Free Workplace Certification complying with Florida Statute 287.087 is required. Questions regarding specifications must be submitted through the electronic bidding system's messaging section no later than three business days after solicitation issuance. The Cone of Silence does not apply as this procurement is below the County's formal bid limit of $50,000.