Planning

RQ000280522- RTO Group Small agricultural tractor

MINISTRY OF DEFENCE

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Planning

27 May 2022 at 11:54

Market Engagement Notice
Summary of the contracting process

The Ministry of Defence is currently in the planning stage of a procurement process for a small agricultural tractor, titled "RQ000280522- RTO Group Small agricultural tractor." This tender falls under the industry category of pedestrian-controlled agricultural tractors and is located in Salisbury, England. A key milestone is set for the engagement end date on 10th June 2022, which potential suppliers should note as they prepare their submissions and responses. The engagement notice was published on 27th May 2022, signalling the start of this procurement initiative.

This opportunity presents significant potential for businesses in the agricultural and tractor manufacturing sectors, especially those that can offer a compact, highly manoeuvrable tractor with specific features outlined in the request for quotation. Companies specialising in agricultural machinery, including those with trade-in options for used equipment, would be particularly well-suited to compete for this contract. The procurement process welcomes innovative solutions that meet the technical specifications, thereby encouraging businesses to showcase their capabilities in this niche market.

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Notice Information

Notice Title

RQ000280522- RTO Group Small agricultural tractor

Notice Description

RFQ- Small agricultural tractor. Please include lead times. Caveat: Willing to accept Trade-in used tractor to offset costs, contact for more information. - 2011 Kubota M7040 (HV11 AMO) - Kubota LA1153 Front loader, c/w general purpose bucket and pallet fork attachments - Low hours for age - 1400 hrs (will increase) - New tyres on front (>95%), rears in very good condition >80% remaining - Machine overall condition - GOOD - Excellent reliability Specification (For replacement tractor): - Standard agricultural tractor base-configuration, should be compact chassis (but not a narrow chassis) with high maneuverability - Selectable 2WD/4WD - ROPS/FOPS cab - Front-end loader, c/w GP bucket (width equal to or larger than tractor width) and pallet forks attachments - Front-end loader has a universal quick-release attachment change-over mechanism, either manual or hydraulic is acceptable. - 90 - 115hp HP (engine) power range required/acceptable - 4 cylinder diesel engine - Minimum 2 remote hydraulic service circuits at rear - Hydraulic pick-up hitch / interchangeable drawbar hitch, ideally also hydraulically extendable. - Fully adjustable 3 point linkage - quick-hitch lower link ends - Air conditioning - Rear PTO (540rpm) - 40kph road speed (minimum) - Service & Support package (minimum 3 years) Desirable additional specification: - Front axle, cab or full suspension - Front wheel mud guards (if compatible with front loader fitment) - 'Ride control' feature for front loader - Buddy/trainer seat - Heavy duty bucket grapple attachment option

Notice Details

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-b5fd17-1d53bb5f-1877-4b63-852e-a4a9d3d92a0d
Publication Source
Contracts Finder
Latest Notice
https://www.contractsfinder.service.gov.uk/Notice/cf8691a3-1876-4228-9cb6-d0d71c663ab0
Current Stage
Planning
All Stages
Planning

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Market Engagement Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Not specified
Procurement Method
Not Specified
Procurement Method Details
Not specified
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

16 - Agricultural machinery

CPV Codes

16710000 - Pedestrian-controlled agricultural tractors

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
27 May 20223 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
10 Jun 2022Expired
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Planning
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Buyer & Supplier

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
MINISTRY OF DEFENCE
Contact Name
Jacob
Contact Email
jashby-dewing@dstl.gov.uk
Contact Phone
Not specified

Buyer Location

Locality
SALISBURY
Postcode
SP4 0JQ
Post Town
Salisbury
Country
England
Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK7 Gloucestershire and Wiltshire
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK72 Wiltshire
Delivery Location
Not specified
Local Authority
Wiltshire
Electoral Ward
Winterslow & Upper Bourne Valley
Westminster Constituency
Salisbury

Further Information

Notice Documents

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