26-0133-2 Purchase of Three (3) Zero Turn Mowers

Chatham County, Georgia, is soliciting bids for the one-time purchase of three new, unused, and defect-free Ferris Mid-Mount Zero Turn model ISX 3300 mowers, or approved equivalents, for its Parks and Recreation department. The equipment must be delivered fully assembled, properly adjusted, and ready for continuous operation to Chatham County Fleet Operations in Garden City, Georgia, with at least one day of advance notice. Bidders must provide a delivery time frame upon submission, as the award may be contingent upon this timeline. Technical specifications include requirements for a Vanguard or Kawasaki engine, ForeFront Suspension System, and Hydro-Gear ZT-5400 Powertrain transaxles, with four sets of keys and fobs provided per vehicle. The contract will be awarded to the responsible bidder offering the most advantageous value, with the Board of Commissioners making the final determination based on price and other factors. Bidders must submit all required documentation, including attachments A through I, a current Chatham County Tax Certificate, and evidence of liability and workman's compensation insurance. The solicitation establishes a combined MBE/WBE participation goal of 30 percent. All items are to be delivered F.O.B. destination with delivery costs included in the bid price. Payments will be made within 30 days of receipt of an approved invoice. All inquiries and submissions must be handled exclusively through the purchasing portal or the Assistant Purchasing Director, Sabrina Tippett, as direct contact with County departments is prohibited.