City of Columbus #RFQ033493

City of Columbus Solicits Forestry Skid Steer and Attachments (New Holland L328 or Equal)

The City of Columbus, Recreation and Parks Department, Division of Forestry, is seeking bids for a new forestry skid steer package with multiple attachments. - Government Buyer: - City of Columbus, Recreation and Parks Department, Division of Forestry - OEMs and Vendors: - New Holland (L328 package specified as a reference model; "or approved equal" alternatives permitted) - Products/Services Requested: - One new skid steer meeting or exceeding New Holland L328 specifications - Minimum 74 HP turbo diesel engine - Enclosed cab, mechanical control two-speed transmission - Electronic multi-function LCD display with backup camera - 12x16.5 severe duty tires, minimum 100-inch dump height, max operating weight 8,000 lbs - Spring applied hydraulic release disc parking brake, electro hydraulic drive pump, 24.2 gpm powertrain flow, minimum 10 mph travel speed - Attachments included: - 72-inch low profile extended bucket with bolt-on cutting edge - 5,500 lb capacity pallet fork with 48-inch tines - New Holland X1975R256 auger drive head with compatible 12, 24, and 36 HTF auger bits - Minimum 84-inch snow blade with 35-degree hydraulic adjustable angle and steel cutting edge - Construction brush grapple with dual independent grapples and 100K PSI yield strength tine material - Delivery assembled and ready for operation with bucket attached - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Bidders must be manufacturer certified resellers - Minimum five years' experience in supplying and servicing similar equipment - References from at least four successful contracts of similar scope - Minimum 12-month warranty, with delayed start date provision - Delivery to Division of Fleet Management, Columbus, Ohio, with 24-hour advance notice - All documentation must be submitted in PDF format - Bidders must be registered and in good standing to do business in Ohio - Bids must be valid for at least 180 days

Description

The City of Columbus, Recreation and Parks Department is soliciting bids for a forestry skid steer including attachments such as an 86-inch bucket, pallet fork, and quick tach mounting plate. Bidders must be manufacturer certified resellers with experience and references from the past five years supporting similar equipment and warranty service. The solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) with electronic Q&A available and requires submission of specific documentation including references, subcontractor information, experience documentation, literature, and warranty. The bid response deadline is September 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM UTC.

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