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University of Guelph procurement for one self-propelled plot-scale forage harvester

The University of Guelph is seeking a plot-scale forage harvester for research operations at its Elora Research Stations. - Buyer and destination - University of Guelph, Department of Research; delivery to the Elora Research Stations. - Equipment requested - One self-propelled plot-scale forage harvester. No harvester manufacturer or model is specified. - New or used units are acceptable; a used unit must be model year 2024 or newer, have fewer than 150 operating hours, and carry the same warranty as a new unit. - Required configuration includes a diesel powertrain, grass-pattern tires, a 1.5 m cutting table, a non-chopping double-knife cutter bar, a five-bar reel with brushes, and safety and braking features. - Weighing and monitoring requirements include a four-weigh-cell scale, at least 1 cubic meter of weighing volume, capacity up to 200 kg, and a camera system. - Software and options - HarvestMaster data-collection software or an approved equivalent, including required licenses. - An NIR system must be offered as a priced option; it is not necessarily part of the purchase at award. - Setup and support - Include integration, calibration, validation, testing through final acceptance, required manuals, and on-site end-user training. - Provide at least a one-year manufacturer’s warranty, pricing for extended warranty, and local maintenance and technical support. - The unit must have a cab or steel frame with waterproof canvas. - Budget and period - Stated project budget: CAD 350,000. - The solicitation specifies a delivery deadline and proposed start date; the listed estimated contract period is 0 months. No option years or annual subscription are specified.

Description

The University of Guelph’s Department of Research seeks one new or used self-propelled plot-scale forage harvester, primarily for use at the Elora Research Stations. Eligible used units must be model year 2024 or newer, have fewer than 150 operating hours, and include the same warranty as a new model. The procurement includes software and documentation, integration and testing through final acceptance, on-site training, at least a one-year manufacturer’s warranty, and local technical support. The harvester must meet specified technical requirements, including a diesel powertrain, 1.5 m cutting table, weighing system, and HarvestMaster software or equivalent; proposals are due October 30, 2026 at 14:00 EDT.

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