Title
Kubota Equipment Co-Op Purchase
History
The Athletics Division utilizes Kubota utility vehicles and a New Holland tractor to perform a variety of maintenance duties and in support of Village special events.
Staff have identified one utility vehicle and one tractor that are in need of replacement. The tractor is 25 years old and past its useful life. The Kubota is 6 years old. It has been used extensively in snow operations causing excessive wear and tear. Each was evaluated by the Village's Vehicle division in Public Works and deemed to be in need of replacement.
The Kubota RTV-X1100CWL-H Base is a multifunction 4WD utility vehicle with a dump bed, a 24.8 HP Kubota 3-cylinder engine with a variable hydro transmission. This utility vehicle will provide support for a variety of athletic field operations. Its capacity includes the ability to attach a plow to clear paths and sidewalks.
The Kubota L4802HST Tractor is a versatile compact utility tractor capable of handling a wide variety of athletic field maintenance tasks feature. The 4WD tractor features a 48.4 HP Kubota diesel engine with a lift capacity of 1,676 lbs. Additional features include a dual brake pedal for improved control and maneuverability.
The Kubota RTV includes a 2-year 1000-hour warranty on the vehicle. The Kubota L4802 Tractor includes a Basic 2-year, 1500-hour Limited warranty and a 3-year, 2000 hour limited powertrain warranty.
Staff have obtained quotes (attached) from Alta Equipment Company of Orland Park, Illinois. Alta is the local authorized Kubota distributor using Sourcewell Contract #112624-KBA (see attached Sole Source form).
Staff seek to purchase one Kubota RTV-X1100CWL-H Utility Vehicle for $27,281.70 and one Kubota L4802HST Tractor for $36,285.81 for the total purchase price of $63,567.51
Financial Impact
Funds for the equipment are budgeted in 2009100 460180 for these purchases.
Recommended Action/Motion
I move to approve participation in joint purchasing coop...
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