COMPACT UTILITY TRACTOR AND BACKHOE
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Central Alabama Veterans Healthcare System (CAVHCS), is soliciting quotes for a new John Deere Compact Utility Tractor and Backhoe Attachment (Brand Name or Equal). This procurement supports facility maintenance operations in Montgomery, AL. Quotes are due by February 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The requirement involves the delivery of a new (2025 or 2026 model) utility tractor and backhoe with the following primary components:
- Tractor: John Deere 4052R (or equal) featuring at least 40 PTO HP, a climate-controlled cab, 4WD, and specific lighting/braking systems.
- Backhoe: John Deere 485A (or equal) rear attachment.
- Front Attachment: Loader bucket.
- Salient Characteristics: Equipment must meet detailed specifications for engine type, transmission, steering, PTO, and rear hitch as outlined in the solicitation schedule.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Set-Aside: Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
- Response Due: February 12, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST
- Place of Performance: Montgomery, AL 36110
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on the lowest-priced quote that meets all technical salient characteristics. Offerors are required to submit:
- Total price and delivery lead time.
- Comprehensive warranty information.
- Documentation of third-party affiliation or an OEM authorized seller agreement.
- Technical documentation demonstrating that any "or equal" product matches the required salient characteristics.
Additional Notes
The NAICS code for this requirement is 333120 (Construction Machinery Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,250 employees. All equipment must be new; used or refurbished units will not be accepted.