INVITATION TO BID 61 ZERO TURN RADIUS MOWER The City of Des Peres is soliciting bids for a new 2010 61 Zero Turn Radius Mower. Sealed bids will be accepted until 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday, February 17, 2010, at which time they will be publicly opened and read. Bids should be submitted to: Linda Schulte, City Clerk Des Peres City Hall 12325 Manchester Road Des Peres, Missouri 63131 Bids may be delivered in person, by carrier or by mail. It is the sole responsibility of the vendor to see that his/her bid is received in proper time. No late bids will be considered. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked Zero Turn Mower Bid. Include the date and time of the bid opening on the front of the envelope. The City reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to select the bid deemed most advantageous. Specifications and bid forms are available from the Parks & Recreation Department. Questions concerning these bid documents should be made to the City s Park Superintendent, Steve Braddock at 314-835-6158, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., weekdays.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS In addition to the requirements set forth in the advertisement for bids and attached specifications, all bidders shall be responsible to familiarize themselves and comply with the following instructions: Bidders shall submit their proposals on the bid form furnished by the City of Des Peres to the Des Peres City Clerk at Des Peres City Hall, 12325 Manchester Road, Des Peres, Missouri, 63131. They shall be in a sealed envelope and marked Zero Turn Mower Bid. The City reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids and to select the bid most advantageous to the City. The City of Des Peres has a preference for items made in the U.S.A. Bidders shall read thoroughly and understand the specifications in relation to the bid which is submitted. If the bidder has any questions concerning the true meaning or intent of the specifications or any of the requirements stated herein, he shall request interpretation, in writing; and an addendum will be mailed to those whom specifications and other relevant material have been issued. Failure to have requested an addendum covering any such questions shall not relieve the bidder from performing the work in accordance with the intent of the specifications. All bids submitted shall be binding on the bidder for a period of thirty (30) days from date of bid opening. All equipment shall conform to existing occupational safety and health standards and price shall include complete delivery and set up. All bids include delivery to the City s Parks Department, 12325 Manchester Road. All bids must include a full maintenance and parts manual for the specific model bid. A non-collusion affidavit must be submitted with the bid. Questions concerning these specifications should be directed to Steve Braddock, Park Superintendent, at 314-835-6158 or sbraddock@desperesmo.org 2
SPECIFICATIONS FOR NEW 2010 61 ZERO TURN RADIUS MOWER Meets Specs. Engine 29hp Kawasaki, liquid cooled, V-Twin, horizontal shaft, Digital Fuel Injection Fuel Capacity/Design: 10 gallons (11 gal. on diesels), single fuel tank mounted low in the center of the mower to lower the center-of-gravity and improve hillside stability and traction Ground Speed 12 mph forward, 5 mph reverse Drive Tires 61 & 72 : 24x12-12, 4 ply Caster Tires 61 :13x6.5-6, 4 ply; Flat-Free, Semi pneumatic Caster Wheel Bearings Tapered roller bearings Hydraulic Pumps Dual Pumps; 16cc displacement if necessary Hydraulic Oil Cooler 4 qt system capacity with auxiliary oil cooler Hydraulic Oil Filter 10 micron Hydraulic Wheel motor Dual 15ci Ross Electrical System 12 Volt Battery, 300cca. Alternator, 15-40 amp charging. Solenoid shift starter Belts Kevlar cord. Self-adjusting, spring-loaded, selftightening Drive/Load Pulleys: Split-steel design Instrument Panel: Ammeter, key switch, throttle, manual choke, BBC switch Command-Comfort *Torsion spring suspension seat, fully Operator s Station: adjustable, with arm rests * Quick-Fit steering control levers feature range of adjustment *3-Position adjustable deck lift foot pedal PTO-Electric Clutch: Ogura GT3.5 250ft lb/adjustable air-gap Cutter Decks: 61 Velocity Plus decks. Floating, adjustable, anti-scalping design Cutter Deck 61 with 10 gauge top, 7 gauge skirts, 7 gauge & Construction: 11 gauge reinforcement plates. Cutter Deck Drive: Drive shaft driven- eliminates belt slip for increase reliability & longevity Number of Anti-Scalp 61 : 9 wheels in 7 positions Wheels: Cutter Deck Spindles: Cutter Deck Height Adjustment: Cutting Range: Heavy-Duty Spindles with cast iron housing & tapered roller bearings, backed with 3-year limited warranty Foot pedal life (3 position adjustable) with selflocking mechanism at transport position 1 to 6 in ¼ increments Alt. 3
Number of Cutter 3 Marbain blades Blades: Total Length: 87.5 Total Width (with 73.5 discharge chute in mowing position): Total Width (with 62 discharge chute in Transport position): Height (with ROPS): 67.5 Height (with ROPS 56.5 folded): Weight (with ROPS): 1350-1700 lbs Warranty: 2 Yr. Mower Warranty Parts & Labor 3 yr. Deck Warranty First & second years parts & labor; third year parts 3 Yr. Spindle Warranty - First & second years parts & labor; third year parts 2Yr. Engine Warranty Minimum two-year warranty covered directly through the individual engine manufacturer. TOTAL Price : TRADE IN: One (1) 2005 60 Toro Z587L, ZTR Mower May be inspected at 12325 Manchester Road, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Contact Steve Braddock, Superintendent of Parks, 314-835-6158. Manufacturer and Model # Year % Manufactured in America % Assembled in America Complete price for mower: $ Including Manufacturer s Literature for above model, 3 additional Marbain Blades, 1 spare drive tire and wheel, 1 spare castor tire and wheel. Trade in for 2005 60 Toro Z587L, ZTR mower: $ Net Bid: $ Quote Made by: Name of Company (Agent/Signature) Address Phone 4
NON-COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT I,, authorized representative of Corporation hereby guarantee: I. That in connection with this procurement, A. The prices in this bid have been arrived at independently, with consultation, communication, or agreement for the purpose of restricting competition as to any matter relating to such prices with any other bidder or with any competitor; B. The prices which have been quoted in this bid have not been knowingly disclosed by the bidder and will not knowingly be disclosed by the bidder prior to opening directly or indirectly to any other bidder; or to any competitor; and C. No attempt has been made or will be made by the bidder to induce any other person or firm to submit or not to submit a bid for the purpose of restricting competition. II. III. The undersigned further states: A. He is the person in the bidder s organization responsible within that organization for the decision as to the prices being bid herein and that he has not participated, and will not participate in any action contrary to I-A through I-C above, or: B. He is not the person in the bidder s organization responsible within that organization for the decision as to the prices being bid herein but that he has been authorized in writing to act as agent for the persons responsible for such decision in certifying that such persons have not participated, and will not participate, in any action contrary to I-A through I-C above, and as their agent does hereby so certify; and he has not participated, and will not participate in any action contrary to I-A through I-C above. It is expressly understood that the foregoing statements, representations, and promises are made as a condition to the right of the bidder to receive payment under any award made hereunder. For Corporations (Name - indicate if corporation, partnership or sole proprietor) C (Corporate Seal) (Office held in bidder organization) ATTEST: SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO BEFORE ME THIS DAY OF, 2010. 5