ZERO-TURN COMMERCIAL MID-MOUNT MOWERS

The City of Mobile issued a sealed‑bid solicitation (Bid No. 5417) for the purchase of new, gasoline‑powered zero‑turn commercial mid‑mount lawn mowers (60‑inch and 72‑inch models) meeting specific performance and warranty criteria. Bidders must submit sealed paper bids by 1:00 PM on 8 May 2020, include a 5 % bid bond, provide E‑Verify enrollment, and, if out‑of‑state, obtain an Alabama Certificate of Authority. Delivery is required within 20 days of the purchase order, with payment due 20 days after receipt of goods. The contract allows price validity for up to three years (one year plus two optional extensions) and may trigger a socially/economically disadvantaged performance requirement if the total exceeds $50,000. No awardee information is disclosed in the available documents. • Required equipment: John Deere Z950R or equal, gasoline‑powered, with Michelin X‑Tweel rear wheels and optional mulch‑on‑demand deck. • Bid submission: sealed envelope, stamped “Bid No. 5417 – Opening Date May 8 2020,” with a 5 % bid bond. • Delivery & warranty: 20‑day delivery window; 36‑month/1 500‑hour commercial warranty or 24‑month warranty with service within 20 mi of Mobile.