Wheatland County - Request for Proposal - 14' Mower

The contract involves the supply of a 14-foot mower with specific technical features suited for municipal operations, primarily in Wheatland County, Alberta. The mower is powered by a 65 HP Tier 4-compliant diesel engine equipped with a reversing engine cooling fan. It features a four-wheel drive system with hydrostatic closed-loop drive and constant traction assist, allowing for mowing speeds up to 16 km/h and ground speeds up to 25 km/h. The machine weighs between 4200 and 4800 pounds and includes a fully enclosed cab with heating and air conditioning for operator comfort. Additional functional components include hydraulic lifting side mowers for transport, direct drive hydraulic mowing decks, an exterior lighting package with an amber strobe light, and numerous operator conveniences such as a fully adjustable seat, tilt steering, foot-operated traction pedal, automatic parking brakes, and controls for individual deck lift and mowing/transport speed selection. Instrument panels within the cab provide essential gauges such as LCD displays, engine RPM, fuel and oil pressure levels, coolant and hydraulic oil temperatures, and alerts for faults and service reminders. The mower comes with a standard warranty with the option for extension, ensuring coverage post-delivery. The delivery point is specified as FOB Wheatland County Municipal Operations Yard. The request for proposal related to this contract was issued on January 5, 2026, with responses due by January 23, 2026. The contracting authority for the procurement is Meaghan Wells, representing Wheatland County under the Government of Canada. The solicitation aims to ensure the procurement of a reliable and efficient mowing machine suitable for local government maintenance needs in Alberta.