City of Mentor Parks and Recreation Department - Purchase of a Wheel Loader (2026)
City of MentorCity · Mentor, OH- Due
- Apr 17, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Apr 3, 2026
- Primary contact
- Dan Llewellyn
- (440) 974-5720
The 30-second brief
The City of Mentor Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for the purchase of one (1) new wheel loader for park maintenance and operations. Key specifications include a 4-cylinder diesel engine with a minimum of 70 net horsepower, 1.31 cubic yard bucket capacity, hydrostatic transmission, and standard ROPS cab with heating and air conditioning. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on April 17, 2026, at the Purchasing Department located at 8500 Civic Center Boulevard, Mentor, Ohio 44060. Pricing must remain firm for 60 to 90 days, and delivery will be made to the Parks Department at 6000 Heisley Rd, Mentor, OH 44060. Questions regarding specifications should be directed to Dan Llewellyn.
WHEEL LOADER
Lowest and best bid
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Summary
The City of Mentor Parks and Recreation Department is seeking bids for the purchase of one (1) new wheel loader for park maintenance and operations.
Key specifications include a 4-cylinder diesel engine with a minimum of 70 net horsepower, 1.31 cubic yard bucket capacity, hydrostatic transmission, and standard ROPS cab with heating and air conditioning. Sealed proposals are due by 10:00 AM on April 17, 2026, at the Purchasing Department located at 8500 Civic Center Boulevard, Mentor, Ohio 44060. Pricing must remain firm for 60 to 90 days, and delivery will be made to the Parks Department at 6000 Heisley Rd, Mentor, OH 44060. Questions regarding specifications should be directed to Dan Llewellyn.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and best bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
WHEEL LOADER
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- BIDDERS ACCEPTANCE TO CONTRACT (BAC-1)
- BUSINESS ENTITY RESOLUTION
- PROPOSAL-CONTRACT FORM
- STATEMENT OF BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS
- AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE WITH OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 3517.13
- FORM OF NONCOLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
- Submit to
- www.cityofmentor.com/category/rfp
- Scope location
- Mentor, Ohio
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Mentor?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 17, 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: www.cityofmentor.com/category/rfp. For questions, contact Dan Llewellyn.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Mentor in OH, 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 Dan Llewellyn at (440) 974-5720. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: WHEEL LOADER. 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 best bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Mentor?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Mentor are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Mentor regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: BIDDERS ACCEPTANCE TO CONTRACT (BAC-1), BUSINESS ENTITY RESOLUTION, PROPOSAL-CONTRACT FORM, STATEMENT OF BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS, AFFIDAVIT OF COMPLIANCE WITH OHIO REVISED CODE SECTION 3517.13, FORM OF. Review the full document from City of Mentor for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mentor, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.