Land Pride RCM5020 -Heavy-Duty Rotary Cutter
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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 General Services Administration (GSA), specifically the FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE (FAS), has issued an Award Notice for the procurement of a Land Pride RCM5020 Heavy-Duty Rotary Cutter. This requirement was set aside for Total Small Business concerns. The procurement sought a 20-foot, heavy-duty rotary cutter, brand name or equal to Land Pride PN: RCM5020, for delivery to Galveston, TX.
Scope of Procurement
The awarded contract was for one unit of a heavy-duty rotary cutter with specific salient characteristics:
- General: New, commercial-grade, pull-type, 20-foot model, equivalent to Land Pride RC5020. Must be compatible with Kubota M6 series tractors (or equivalent) with 1,000 RPM PTO. Must meet ISO and ASABE safety standards and be delivered factory-assembled in orange.
- Driveline & Power Transmission: Category 6 CV input driveline for 1,000 RPM PTO. Divider gearbox rated for minimum 250 HP, spindle gearboxes for minimum 225 HP. Includes a 4-plate slip clutch and a minimum 7-year limited warranty on gearboxes.
- Cutting Deck & Frame: 20-foot cutting width, capable of cutting grass, weeds, and brush up to 3 inches in diameter. Blade tip speed approximately 18,165 FPM (center) and 18,317 FPM (wings) at 1,000 RPM PTO. Fully welded, double-deck design using minimum 10-gauge steel.
- Features: Self-leveling, pull-type hitch, laminated tires, mechanical wing transport locks, and factory-installed LED signal lights. Drivelines and wheel spindles must have accessible grease points and be replaceable, respectively.
Contract Details
- Type: An "all-or-none" award was made, likely a Purchase Order, under a Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Agency: General Services Administration, FEDERAL ACQUISITION SERVICE.
- Place of Performance: Galveston, TX 77550, United States.
- NAICS Code: 333111 (Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing).
- Product Service Code: 3830 (Truck And Tractor Attachments).
- Award Date: The opportunity was published as an Award Notice on May 7, 2026. Specific awardee and value are not provided in the available data.
Evaluation & Eligibility
Offers were evaluated based on administrative compliance (pass/fail), technical acceptability (pass/fail) for 'or equal' items, and then lowest evaluated price. Eligibility was restricted to Small Businesses with an assigned NAICS size standard of 1,250 employees or less.
Additional Information
The awardee must adhere to Military Standard 129 (Mil-Std-129R) marking and shipping label requirements for all shipments, as detailed in the "MILSTD_129 Vendor Certification Form.pdf" document. This includes specific data for unit, intermediate, and exterior containers, Military Shipping Labels (MSL), and bar code requirements. Delivery terms are FOB Destination, CONUS.