EQ Bobcat Tool

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Sioux Falls, SD, Network Contracting Office (NCO) 23, is conducting market research to identify potential sources that can provide the following:

The Sioux Falls VA has a requirement for a brand name Bobcat Tool Cat model UW56 for grounds maintenance operations. Must have diesel engine with engine block heater, and heady duty battery. The facility currently has maintenance parts and knowledge of diesel engines. No gasoline engine. Must have four-wheel drive with speed management to set the engine speed at optimal RPM for attachment being operated at the time.

Must have joystick and attachment control kit for adjusting the attachment being operated at the time. Must have ability to operate high flow hydraulic attachments 27.9gpm Must be able to lock and un-lock the attachments on the lifting arm from the cab using hydraulics. Must have quick couplers for changing out attachments. Must have all-wheel steer for maneuvering around obstacles in low traction conditions to minimize damage to turf and gravel areas on campus.

Must have road packages that include headlights, turn signals, a back up alarm, sideview mirror, and rear-view camera to navigate roadways around the campus. Must have Strobe light and rear work light kits. Must have a turf tires that are 29x12.5. Must have 68 heavy duty bucket. Must have 68 angle broom. Must have HS8 spreader with sidewalk kit. For additional information, see the attached Request for Information document.