Description
The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is seeking qualified vendors to rent agricultural tractors—both with and without front‑loaders—for the 2027‑2028 fiscal year. The contract will cover multiple districts across the state, providing equipment for roadside mowing, snow‑removal, and other maintenance activities. The award will be made to the lowest‑priced responsive bidder, with a mandatory warranty and 24‑hour parts support throughout the rental period.
• Rental periods: 7‑month (May 1 – Nov 30 2027) and 12‑month (May 1 – Apr 30 2028) with specified hourly usage caps (250 hr or 300 hr per unit).
• Quantity: Approximately 33 tractors of various configurations (with/without loader) distributed among 9 NDDOT districts.
• Technical specs include a 110 hp diesel engine, deluxe cab with ROPS, hydraulic or air‑brake systems, and a 2,500 psi hydraulic pump.
• Vendor must provide delivery, pickup, on‑site training, replacement units for any tractor out of service ≥ 5 days, and a full warranty for the rental term.
• Payment is hourly‑rate based: 70 % due after acceptance (no earlier than July 10 2027) and the balance after return and inspection.