26-422DNR-RESCO-B-51973 | Mason State Nursery - Front Mount Mower

Solicitation 26-422DNR-RESCO-B-51973 is issued by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources Office of Resource Conservation for the procurement of a diesel, 4WD, 72-inch front mount lawn mower for the Mason State Nursery. The required equipment must feature a 35-40 gross horsepower diesel engine, hydrostatic drive with selectable 4-wheel drive, a 72-inch side discharge mower deck with adjustable cut heights from 1 to 5 inches, and a hydraulic independent power take off. Additional specifications include power and tilt steering, a deluxe suspension seat, a fuel tank exceeding 16 gallons, a 2-post foldable ROPS with seat belt, and a comprehensive set of instrumentation including an hour meter and various gauges. Bidders must be certified dealers with an active service and parts department for the manufacturer being supplied, and they are required to deliver the units completely assembled and operational, with all shipping, handling, and setup costs included in the bid. The contract is governed by the Illinois Civil Administration Code and includes federal assistance provisions related to the BIL Revegetation project. Key administrative terms include a 30-day written notification period for termination for convenience and a 30-day cure period for breaches. The contractor is required to maintain all financial records for at least three years following project completion and must adhere to strict federal compliance standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act, the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act, and various non-discrimination and equal employment opportunity mandates. Furthermore, the agreement prohibits the use of covered telecommunications equipment from specific entities such as Huawei and ZTE. Payment is contingent upon the submission of bills and proof of claims to the signing State agency.