Tennessee Technological University Tntech #RFQ_ShipleyTractor

Tennessee Technological University (TTU) is seeking bids for the purchase of one new farm tractor for its Department of Agriculture & Human Ecology at Shipley Farm. - Government Buyer: - Tennessee Technological University, Department of Agriculture & Human Ecology - Purchasing and Contracts Office - OEMs and Vendors: - Trade-in equipment is a 1998 New Holland TS90 2WD tractor (OEM: New Holland) - Bids are open to all OEMs offering compliant tractors; bidders must specify make, model, and year - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) new farm tractor meeting or exceeding these specifications: - Minimum 130 gross engine horsepower - Minimum 115 PTO horsepower - Electric power reverser or equivalent - Minimum 12-speed transmission - 4-cylinder diesel engine - Climate-controlled cab - MFWD (4x4) - Independent 540 PTO - Three rear Selective Control Valves (SCVs) - Front-end loader with bucket and hay spear (joystick controlled) - Three-point hitch lifting system (adjustable and telescopic) - Minimum ballasted weight of 12,000 lbs - Warranty included - Delivery to Shipley Farm, Cookeville, TN - Trade-in of one (1) 1998 New Holland TS90 2WD tractor (Property Tag Number: 072882, fair condition) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - All equipment must be new and unused - Bidders must include all shipping/handling charges and warranty terms - Trade-in value is subject to inspection and acceptance by TTU - Compliance with Tennessee sales and use tax registration or exemption is mandatory - TTU will award based on best value, not solely lowest price - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Shipley Farm, 2390 Gainesboro Grade, Cookeville, TN 38501 - Contracting office: TTU Purchasing and Contracts Office, Derryberry Hall, Suite 301, 1 William L. Jones Dr., Cookeville, TN 38505-0001

Tennessee Technological University is soliciting bids for one new farm tractor with specific minimum performance standards including engine horsepower, transmission, and features such as a climate-controlled cab and front-end loader. The procurement includes a trade-in of an existing 1998 New Holland TS90 2WD tractor. Bidders must submit their quotations by April 21, 2026, and bids should include all shipping and handling charges to Cookeville, TN. The university reserves the right to accept or reject bids and award based on best value, not solely lowest price.