COMPACT UTILITY TRACTOR 4X4 WITH LOADER

This contract pertains to the procurement of a compact utility tractor with a 4x4 drive and loader, specifically designed for use at Fort Drum, New York, under the Department of the Army. The tractor features a turbocharged liquid-cooled diesel engine with a minimum of 63 horsepower and a 52 horsepower power take-off (PTO) with power boost capabilities. It is equipped with a 15-gallon diesel fuel tank and an independent rear-mounted PTO operating at 540 RPM, suitable for heavy-duty loader operations. The tractor includes a mechanical front-wheel drive system, a heavy-duty front axle, and rear category 1/2/3 three-point hitch with telescopic draft links, along with an independent swinging drawbar. It boasts a fully enclosed cab with heating and air conditioning, full LED lighting including work lights, and safety features such as rollover protection (ROPS), fall-over protection (FOBS), backup alarm, LED beacon, and internal/external mirrors. Additional features include hydrostatic transmission with load-sensing hydraulic systems, mechanical control valves with quick disconnects, rear axle differential lock, front loader with skid steer attachment, heavy-duty bucket, rear wheel weights, and complete spare tires for both front and rear. The tractor is outfitted with front and rear fenders, a grill guard, a fuel tank guard, cold weather starting package including an engine block heater, and a rear 7-pin trailer light plug. Hydraulic systems are designed for pressure and flow compensation, ensuring efficient operation. The package also includes operator, parts, and service manuals, with delivery scheduled to Fort Drum. The procurement is set aside exclusively for small businesses under the SBA, with a response deadline of August 4, 2025.