VIDA FARMING EQUIPMENT

The Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture is seeking quotations for two pieces of farm equipment: a new Caterpillar 285XE high‑flow land‑management package with cab and air‑conditioning, and two Eager Beaver 10‑12 ton tag‑along trailers with electric brakes. This informal bid solicitation will allow vendors to submit electronic quotes for the purchase of the specified machinery. The contract will be awarded to the most responsive and competitively priced vendor, with delivery to the VIDA location in St. Thomas. • Item 1: Caterpillar 285XE loader – quantity 1, high‑flow, cab, A/C, includes brush cutter and carriage/forks. • Item 2: Eager Beaver trailer – quantity 2, 10‑12 ton tag‑along model, electric brake system. • Procurement method: Open market informal quotation (IQ) with electronic submission permitted.