The Department of Agriculture is seeking a total small business set-aside contract for tractor purchases, with the place of performance in California. The solicitation is a Combined Synopsis/Solicitation, indicating that interested parties should track the opportunity for updates rather than submit a bid immediately. The contract requires a tractor with specific features, including a 35-43 Hp diesel engine, hydrostatic transmission, and a mid mound loader control valve, as well as a loader and backhoe with particular specifications.
Analysis by Mindy, grounded in the SAM.gov notice.
Description
Specs for tractor
35-43 Hp diesel engine
Hydrostatic transmission-3 range with auto throttle
Tilt steering wheel
9-12 gal fuel tank
Flat deck design
Mid mound loader control valve
Hydraulic pump capacity- steering 4.4 GPM
Hydraulic pump capacity-Implement-6.1 GPM
3 pt hitch CAT1 w/two mechanical adjustable side links
3 Pt lift Capacity- 2500-2800 lbs ( critical need)
R4 industrial tires/ front/rear
Min ground clearance-12”
Specs for Loader
Max lift height- 101”-105”
Lift capacity to Max ht at pivot pin- 2000-2200 lbs ( critical need)
Breakout force at ground level at pivot pins-3200-3500 lbs
Hydraulic third function kit ( critical need)
Skid steer coupler
60-70” bucket
Bolt on cutting edge
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Specs for backhoe
Ladder frame mount backhoe-16-18” tooth bucket
7’ -8’ dig depth at 2’ flat bottom pull
Separate seat mounted to backhoe unit
180 degree swing arc
Min 125” reach from pivot pin
Bucket breakout force 2500-2800 lbs
Dipper stick force- 2000-2200 lbs
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Source: SAM.gov, as posted. Verify the current solicitation before responding.
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