Compact Tractor

Request for Bids (RFB) Purchasing Department
Compact Tractor 73 Harlow Street
Bid No. P27-12 Bangor, ME 04401
bids@bangormaine.gov
Issue Date: August 19, 2026
I. Introduction
The City of Bangor (City) requests Bids to furnish and deliver one (1) Compact Tractor FOB
Destination to the City of Bangor Fleet Maintenance Division, 481 Maine Avenue. The tractor shall
be a new, current-year, furnished and delivered in accordance with the attached specifications. The
City will consider alternate bids for the purchase of an unsold previous-year model if it meets or
exceeds the requested specifications.
II. General Information
Available at the following web address www.bangormaine.gov/bids on the City's website. By
submitting a response to this solicitation, the Bidder accepts the responsibility for downloading,
reading, and bidding by the terms and conditions set forth in the City's "General Information for
Vendors."
III. Submission
For consideration, submit the Bid Form (page 4) and all other materials requested via the submission
methods listed below. The envelope or subject line must be clearly marked as "Bid No. P27-12
Compact Tractor"
Submissions must be received by 2:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Submission of documents can be completed by:
A. Emailing to bids@bangormaine.gov; or
B. Hand Delivery to Customer Service Window, 73 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME; or
C. US Post Office addressed to 73 Harlow Street, Purchasing Department, Bangor, ME 04401
(items must be received by the deadline); or
D. All Other Delivery Services to City of Bangor: Purchasing Department, 73 Harlow Street,
Bangor, ME 04401 (bid must be received by the deadlines).
All submissions should reference "Bid No. P26-12 Compact Tractor." Bids will be publicly opened at
the time stated above in the Paul Bunyan Room (first floor by the side elevator), or other designated
room on first floor, 73 Harlow Street, Bangor, Maine.

A tabulation of all received bids will be posted on the City's website as soon as possible after the
opening date. Visit www.bangormaine.gov/bids for results. The "Show Closed/Awarded/Cancelled
Bids" box must be checked to see the bid information.
IV. Questions
Any questions must be directed in writing to bids@bangormaine.gov no later than 4:30 P.M.,
Wednesday, September 2, 2026.
The City will provide a response by 4:30 P.M. on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. This response will
be in the form of an addendum, accessible on the City's website. Notifications will be sent to those
who have signed up to receive notifications at www.bangormaine.gov/bids through NotifyME.
Notifications will be sent when new addenda are released.
V. Late Bids
It is the responsibility of the Bidder to see that their bids have sufficient time to be received by the
Purchasing Department before the submittal deadline. Any bid, portion of a bid, or requested bid
revision received at the City Purchasing Department after the time and date specified will be
returned to the Bidder unopened or, if by electronic submission, deleted without being opened.
VI. Withdrawal of Bids
No Bidder may withdraw their bid for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of opening. All bids
shall be subject to acceptance by the City during this period.
To withdraw a bid prior to the opening, the Bidder shall request the withdrawal in writing. All costs
associated with the withdrawal (i.e., mailing fees) will be borne by the Bidder.
VII. Rejection
The City reserves the right to reject any bids, waive any informalities or defects in bids, or accept a
higher-cost bid if it is deemed to be in the best interest of the City. The City also reserves the right to
request clarification of any details from the successful Bidder. The evaluation of bids and
determination of the award will be at the discretion of the City and its judgment shall be final and
without right of recourse by any Bidder.
VIII. Information & Requirements for Bidders
A. Tax Exclusion: All Federal and State taxes must be excluded from the bid price. Upon request,
a tax exemption certificate for the City of Bangor shall be furnished to the successful Bidder.
B. Bid Form and Requirements: The Bid Form (page 4) and all information/materials requested
in Section X. Specifications must be completed and returned with the bid to be considered
responsive.
C. Inspection: The equipment must be thoroughly inspected, serviced, and ready for use upon
delivery. All work performed must meet established industry standards of quality to be
acceptable. Any unacceptable work must be corrected before payment is issued.
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D. Exceptions: Any exception to the provisions in Section X. Specifications must itemized on a
separate page titled "Exceptions," referenced by section, subsection, and number, along with
a detailed explanation of the exceptions.
IX. Award
The award will be based on one or more of the following, provided Bidder is responsive:
1. Quality and performance of the equipment offered;
2. Prior history and experience with Bidder and equipment; references may be requested;
3. Cost; and
4. Availability of Equipment.
X. Equipment Specifications
One (1) Compact tractor with a front bucket and 3-point hitch.
A. Tractor:
* 25-50HP
* 4x4
* Width less than 70" without attachments
* Minimum Ground Clearance: 12"
* R-14 tires
* Rear tires loaded
* Front end loader with bucket
* Skid steer quick attach system on loader.
* Manual Gear transmission
* Open station operator area
* Cat I three-point hitch
* 3rd function valve plumbed with flat face fittings
* Two (2) operator manuals (One (1) written and one (1) electronic)
* Two (2) service manuals (One (1) written and one (1) electronic
Attachments:
* 3-point forestry winch with 6600-7250lb pulling capacity, Cat 1 hitch.
* 48"-72" dual cylinder root/brush grapple plumbed with flat face fittings
B. Warranty:
* Full factory warranty as nationally advertised.
Does the Bidder comply with Equipment? If no, please attach a complete list of all
exceptions including your proposed specifications, if applicable.
____ Yes _____ No ________ Initials
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id Form
Bid Form
Compact Tractor Bid Deadline:
Bid No. P26-12 2:00 P.M., Wednesday,
September 23, 2026
The bid must include this Bid Form and exceptions if applicable (see Section X). Failure to comply will
result in disqualification. Price must include all miscellaneous charges: fuel, transportation, etc. No other
charges will be accepted.
Business Name:
Contact Name/Title:
Street Address:
City, State, Zip:
Telephone Number:
Email Address:
Do you currently have, or are you in the process of developing, a domestic violence policy?
Yes / No
Item Description Qty Total Price
Compact - Trailer
Year:
1 1 $
Make:
Model:
Estimated delivery after receipt of order:
Warranty terms in years:
Address where equipment will be serviced:
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