SWC 246 Tractors with Specialty Mowers

The Tennessee Department of General Services is soliciting bids for a multi-year statewide contract, SWC 246, to establish sources of supply for tractors with specialty mowers for state agencies and authorized users. With an estimated liability of 8 million dollars, the contract focuses on the procurement of tractors with 75 and 111 PTO HP integrated with hydraulic boom, rotary, or flail mowers. Equipment must be current production models with at least one year of market presence and must adhere to strict technical and safety standards, including ANSI S474 and SAE J232. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive compliance reports and test protocols signed by a registered Professional Engineer to ensure operator and bystander safety. The contract is structured with a base period of 36 months, effective August 7, 2026, and includes two 12-month renewal options for a maximum duration of 60 months. Awards will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder per manufacturer's authorized dealer, per line, and per region across four designated Tennessee purchasing regions. Evaluation is based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable methodology, prioritizing lowest cost followed by the ability to perform and conformity to specifications. Deliveries are F.O.B. Destination, and contractors must maintain significant insurance coverages, including 5 million dollars per occurrence for general liability. All responses must be submitted via the Edison Supplier Portal by July 7, 2026.