Opportunity
Illinois BidBuy #27-494DOT-FINAD-B-54288
IDOT purchase of 11 self-propelled stump cutters for four districts
Posted
October 08, 2026
Respond By
October 27, 2026
Identifier
27-494DOT-FINAD-B-54288
NAICS
423810, 423820, 444230
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking 11 self-propelled stump cutters for highway operations across four districts. - Government buyer: Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), Finance & Administration, Bureau of Business Services, for the Division of Highways Operations. - OEMs and vendors: No equipment manufacturer, OEM, brand, or vendor is specified. Bids are sought from manufacturers or authorized dealers, with service capability required. - Equipment requested: - 3 self-propelled stump cutters, 35 HP, specification 311-60-01, for District 2 in Dixon. - 2 self-propelled stump cutters, 50 HP, specification 311-60-01D5, for District 5 in Paris. - 5 self-propelled stump cutters, 35 HP, specification 311-60-01, for District 7 in Effingham. - 1 self-propelled tracked stump cutter, 35 HP, specification 311-60-01D9, for District 9 in Carbondale. - Notable requirements: Equipment must be new, complete, ready to operate, and compliant with the applicable IDOT specifications. The detailed 50 HP specification requires a front-mounted rotary cutter, crawler tracks, hydrostatic drive, hydraulic steering, operator shielding and presence controls, and specified cutter-wheel capabilities. Equipment must meet applicable safety requirements and include manuals and operator instruction. - Warranty and support: Manufacturer’s standard warranty must provide at least one year of coverage; covered defects must be corrected at no cost to the State. Qualified factory or dealer personnel must provide instruction on operation, routine service, and maintenance. Dealers must be capable of servicing the equipment.
Description
The Illinois Department of Transportation is seeking bids for a one-time purchase of self-propelled stump cutters for Districts 2, 5, 7, and 9. The bid schedule lists 11 units: 35HP cutters and a 50HP cutter, with specifications varying by district. Bidders must complete and return the specification questionnaire for each item and upload the required signed contract, offer, and vendor disclosure documents. Equipment must be new, meet IDOT specifications, and be delivered to the listed district locations.