City of Alexander City Commercial Reel Mower (or Equal) - Bid 26-04 (2025)
City of AlexanderCity · Alexander City, AL- Due
- Dec 17, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 20, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Sasha Stewart
The 30-second brief
The City of Alexander City, Alabama is requesting sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of one (1) commercial reel mower, or approved equal, for the Parks & Recreation Department. Specifications are based on the Toro Reelmaster 3575-D configuration with a 24.8 HP Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engine, 5 floating hydraulic-driven cutting units, and 11-blade DPA-type reels. Bids are due by December 17th, 2025 at 2:30pm CST at the City Clerk's Office, 281 James D Nabors Dr, Alexander City, AL 35010. Questions must be submitted in writing by December 10th, 2025 at 3:30pm CST. The contract term is one year with a minimum two-year manufacturer warranty and required local service support within 150 miles.
One (1) new, Current model year commercial reel mower, 24.8 HP Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engine, Five (5) floating hydraulic-driven cutting units, (1) 7-inch weight kit, Red universal sunshade, Operator cooling fan, Universal sunshade switch panel
Lowest and responsible bidder meeting or exceeding specifications, Lump Sum or individual items, Life cycle/maintenance costs, Ability to deliver goods and services in a timely manner, Suitability for use, Warranty, 5% local vendor variance consideration
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Summary
The City of Alexander City, Alabama is requesting sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of one (1) commercial reel mower, or approved equal, for the Parks & Recreation Department.
Specifications are based on the Toro Reelmaster 3575-D configuration with a 24.8 HP Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engine, 5 floating hydraulic-driven cutting units, and 11-blade DPA-type reels. Bids are due by December 17th, 2025 at 2:30pm CST at the City Clerk's Office, 281 James D Nabors Dr, Alexander City, AL 35010. Questions must be submitted in writing by December 10th, 2025 at 3:30pm CST. The contract term is one year with a minimum two-year manufacturer warranty and required local service support within 150 miles.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Lowest and responsible bidder meeting or exceeding specifications
- Lump Sum or individual items
- Life cycle/maintenance costs
- Ability to deliver goods and services in a timely manner
- Suitability for use
- Warranty
- 5% local vendor variance consideration
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
8- One (1) new
- Current model year commercial reel mower
- 24.8 HP Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engine
- Five (5) floating hydraulic-driven cutting units
- (1) 7-inch weight kit
- Red universal sunshade
- Operator cooling fan
- Universal sunshade switch panel
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- E-verify Affidavit Complete
- Trade References Provided
- Technical Literature of Product(s) Proposed
- Non-Collusion Statement
- Submit to
- 281 James D Nabors Dr, Alexander City, AL 35010
- Scope location
- Alexander City, AL
- Reported agency
- City of Alexander City
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Alexander?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 17, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 281 James D Nabors Dr, Alexander City, AL 35010. For questions, contact Sasha Stewart.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Alexander in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Sasha Stewart. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) new, Current model year commercial reel mower, 24.8 HP Kubota 3-cylinder diesel engine, Five (5) floating hydraulic-driven cutting units, (1) 7-inch weight kit, Red universal sunshade, Operator cooling fan, Universal sunshade switch panel. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest and responsible bidder meeting or exceeding specifications, Lump Sum or individual items, Life cycle/maintenance costs, Ability to deliver goods and services in a timely manner, Suitability for..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Alexander?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Alexander are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Alexander regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: E-verify Affidavit Complete, Trade References Provided, Technical Literature of Product(s) Proposed, Non-Collusion Statement. Review the full document from City of Alexander for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Alexander City, AL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.