2020 Road Department Utility Excavator

This contract calls for the acquisition of a heavy‑duty utility excavator (plus two graders and one compact‑track loader) for Benton County’s Road Department. The excavator must meet detailed specifications—including a diesel engine of at least 65 HP, a 24‑inch bucket, hydraulic capacities, and a cab with heating and climate control. The vendor must submit a sealed hard‑copy bid and an identical electronic copy on CD or USB by the November 3 2020 deadline, with the bid opening scheduled for November 4 2020 via Zoom. Delivery of the equipment must occur within 45 days of award, and the vendor must be an Arkansas‑licensed contractor capable of providing the equipment and complying with all state and local procurement regulations. • Equipment specifications focus on a 19,000‑lb, track‑type excavator meeting specific hydraulic and cab requirements. • Bidding requires dual submission (hard copy + electronic media) and adherence to strict labeling and delivery rules. • The solicitation encourages small, minority‑ and women‑owned businesses but does not set any mandatory set‑aside.