4-Wheel Drive Utility Tractor and Pull Behind Ice Resurfacer

The City of Ames is seeking qualified vendors to provide a 4-Wheel Drive Utility Tractor and a Pull Behind Ice Resurfacer for its Fleet Services Department, with the solicitation identified as number 2026-034. The procurement process emphasizes the importance of timely submission, requiring all responses to be received before the deadline of September 26, 2025, with no allowances for late bids. Bidders are committed to maintaining their offers for at least sixty days following the closing date, ensuring stability during the evaluation period. The city retains the discretion to reject any or all bids, waive informalities, and award contracts based on what is deemed most advantageous to the city’s interests. The contract value is estimated to fall between $30,000 and $50,000, and the procurement is managed under the NAICS code 333112, which pertains to agricultural, construction, and mining machinery manufacturing. The procurement process is overseen by Quinn Eggink, a Procurement Specialist at the City of Ames, who can be contacted via email or phone for inquiries. The project is part of the city’s broader efforts to maintain and upgrade its fleet equipment, with specific attention to utility tractors and ice resurfacing machinery, essential for city operations during winter months. The solicitation process aligns with the city’s standard procedures, including detailed bid instructions, specifications, and conditions, similar to other recent bids such as the invitation for a trailer-mounted sealant melter-applicator. Interested vendors are encouraged to review the detailed documentation and submit their bids through the designated online portal, ensuring compliance with all requirements to participate effectively in this competitive procurement process.