Proposal for 2025 DGS Tractor Machinery

The Navajo Nation Division of General Services is seeking bids from qualified suppliers to provide a John Deere 4066R Compact Utility Tractor and various implements, including a front loader, rear blade, brush hog, and post hole auger. The equipment must be new, and the bid should include the cost of the equipment, warranty, sales tax, freight, and discounts. The delivery location is the Navajo Nation Facility Maintenance Department in Fort Defiance, Arizona, and the delivery must be made within 120 days after a purchase order has been issued. To be considered, bidders must submit a sealed proposal with one original and three duplicate copies, including a fee schedule, letter of transmittal, and required documents such as a Navajo Preference Certificate of Eligibility and a Certificate of Liability Insurance. The bid must be submitted in person or by expedited mail to the Division of General Services by January 30, 2026, at 5:00 pm MST. The evaluation criteria for the bid include: 1. Priority 1 or 2 Vendor (10-5 points) 2. Bid Organization (0-10 points) 3. Letter of Transmittal (0-15 points) 4. Conditions Governing the Invitation for Bids (10 points) 5. Proposed Cost (60 points) The Navajo Nation reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder that best meets the requirements. Preference will be given to Navajo and Indian-owned businesses. The bid documents and specifications are available on the Navajo Nation's website and at the Division of General Services office. Bidders with questions should contact Shawnevan Dale, Division Director, at (928) 871-6311 or [email protected]. The key specifications for the equipment include: * John Deere 4066R Compact Utility Tractor * Front Loader/Bucket * Rear Blade * Brush Hog * Post Hole Auger * Engine Power: 48.5kW (65 hp) * Transmission: eHydro (HST) * Steering: Hydrostatic power steering * Brakes: Multi-plate wet disk * Axle capacity: 1600 kg (3528 lb) front, 2400 kg (5292 lb) rear * 3-Point Hitch: Category 1 * Cab: 360-degree visibility, AC/Temp, differential 14.4 °C / 58 °F * Seat equipment: Air Suspension with swivel The bid opening meeting is scheduled for February 3, 2026, at 10:30 am at the Division of General Services office. Late bids will not be accepted, and no bid proposal shall be withdrawn for 60 calendar days after the opening of the bid without the consent of the owner.