City of Columbus #RFQ034073

Columbus seeks 15 commercial zero-turn riding mowers

The City of Columbus is seeking 15 commercial zero-turn mowers for its Recreation and Parks Department’s Parks Maintenance Section. - Buyer: City of Columbus, Recreation and Parks Department, Parks Maintenance Section (Columbus, Ohio). - Primary mower OEM: Exmark. The requested mower is Exmark model LRS801GKA604C1 or an approved equal. - Quantity and configuration: 15 new, unused, current-model mowers, each with a minimum 60-inch cutting deck and gasoline fuel system. - Required named components include a Kawasaki FX801V engine rated at least 25.5 hp and a Parker hydrostatic transmission. - Other specified features include rollover protection, a suspension seat, lever-actuated disc parking brakes, three 20.50-inch blades, and adjustable cutting height from 1.0 to 5.5 inches in 0.25-inch increments. Size, weight, tire, deck-construction, spindle, and travel-speed limits also apply. - Include operator-controlled discharge gate and cable assembly, part 142-8181, and discharge lever, part 142-8166. Supply the mulching kit, but do not install it. - Delivery and warranty: Mowers must arrive assembled and ready to operate. Include manufacturer warranty coverage for at least two years, with warranty service through a manufacturer-authorized franchised dealer and no additional cost to the City. - Bidder and pricing requirements: Pricing must be firm or fixed. Bidders must document manufacturer-certified reseller status, relevant equipment and warranty-service experience, and similar successful work for at least four customers. Product literature, dealer build sheets, warranty details, and references are required. - Contract scope: One-time purchase and delivery; no recurring subscription or option years are specified.

Description

The City of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department is soliciting formal bids for a one-time purchase and delivery of fifteen zero-turn riding lawn mowers for Parks Maintenance staff. Each mower must meet the specifications for a 60-inch cutting deck, with Exmark LRS801GKA604C1 or an approved equal. Bidders must document a manufacturer-certified reseller relationship, relevant equipment and warranty-service experience, and at least four similar customer contracts. The bid requires firm or fixed pricing and includes manufacturer warranty and delivery requirements.

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