backhoe-loader

Background
This solicitation is issued by the U.S. Army as a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial products, specifically for a Wide Area Mower. The acquisition is set aside for small businesses, aligning with the agency's mission to procure necessary equipment while supporting small business participation in government contracts.

Work Details
The contract requires the delivery of 2 units of a Wide Area Mower with the following specifications:
- Brand Name: Toro Z Master
- Part Number: 7500
- Salient Characteristics:
- Cut Width: 132” to 144”
- Deck: Reinforced 7 Gauge Minimum Steel, Adjustable Height, Anti-Scalp or Gage Wheels
- Commercial Engine: Air Cooled, Filtered, Minimum 40HP up to Maximum 50HP
- Drive System: Filtered, Fan Cooled, Hydraulic, Gear Pumps or Wheel Motors
- Tires/Wheels: Rear and Front Caster Standard Equipment
- Speed: Up to 15 mph
- Fuel Capacity: Minimum 10 gallons up to Maximum 20 gallons
- Suspension: Seat options include Flex Forks, Platform, Air Ride, coil spring
- Electric System: Minimum 12 Volt Maintenance Free Battery, Electromagnetic PTO Clutch
- Safety Features: Operator presence switch to prevent engine from starting and cutting deck engaging; parking brake (hand or foot); ROPS (Folding or Upright)
- Warranty: Minimum of 1 year unconditional.
- Manuals required at time of delivery include operator and parts manuals for both mower and engine.
- Delivery must be F.O.B. destination within a preferred timeframe of within 30 days. Only new equipment will be accepted; used or remanufactured products are not allowed.

Period of Performance
Delivery is preferred within 30 days from the date of award.

Place of Performance
Fort Sill OK Fort Sill OK 73503

Bidder Requirements
Bidders must meet the following requirements:
- Small Business Set Aside - Total (SBA)
- Must provide new equipment only; no used or remanufactured products will be accepted.
- If quoting an 'equal' product instead of the brand name specified, it must meet all salient characteristics outlined in the solicitation.