City of Ames - Wheel Loader Lease/Rental for Fleet Services Department - 2027-030 (2026)
City of AmesCity · Ames, IA- Due
- Sep 22, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Quinn Eggink
- (515) 239-5128
The 30-second brief
The City of Ames is accepting bids from qualified vendors for the rental/lease of 1-2 wheel loaders for the Fleet Services Department. Wheel loader(s) will be used primarily by the Street Maintenance Division for snow and ice removal, blowing, plowing, and loading within city limits. The city expects to operate each rental loader approximately 450 hours for a 4-month season or 500 hours for a 5-month season. Specifications require all-wheel drive, bucket with JRB quick-attach, Z-bar arm configuration, two hydraulic circuits, and bucket size range of 3 to 4 cubic yards capacity. Submission deadline is September 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
One (1) or Two (2) Wheel Loader(s), AWD, Bucket w/ JRB Quick-Attach, Spec #EH-1568L, 1569L
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Summary
The City of Ames is accepting bids from qualified vendors for the rental/lease of 1-2 wheel loaders for the Fleet Services Department.
Wheel loader(s) will be used primarily by the Street Maintenance Division for snow and ice removal, blowing, plowing, and loading within city limits. The city expects to operate each rental loader approximately 450 hours for a 4-month season or 500 hours for a 5-month season. Specifications require all-wheel drive, bucket with JRB quick-attach, Z-bar arm configuration, two hydraulic circuits, and bucket size range of 3 to 4 cubic yards capacity. Submission deadline is September 22, 2026 at 2:00 PM.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- One (1) or Two (2) Wheel Loader(s)
- AWD
- Bucket w/ JRB Quick-Attach
- Spec #EH-1568L
- 1569L
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
EH-1568L-1569L Wheel Loader (2) Leases FY-27, Standard Terms & Conditions - Commodity
- Submit to
- amesbids.ionwave.net
- Scope location
- Ames, IA
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from City of Ames?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 22, 2026. 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: amesbids.ionwave.net. For questions, contact Quinn Eggink.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including City of Ames in IA, 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 Quote 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 Quinn Eggink at (515) 239-5128. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) or Two (2) Wheel Loader(s), AWD, Bucket w/ JRB Quick-Attach, Spec #EH-1568L, 1569L. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this Quote?
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: EH-1568L-1569L Wheel Loader (2) Leases FY-27, Standard Terms & Conditions - Commodity. Review the full document from City of Ames for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ames, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.