Invitation to Bid: Batwing Rotary Mower

Butts County, Georgia is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of one heavy-duty batwing rotary mower. The specific model requested is a Woods BW10.72 or an approved equivalent that meets or exceeds the minimum specifications. Bids should be submitted in writing or ink, sealed, and clearly marked with the Bid# and Company Name. Bids must be received by 2:00 p.m. local time on May 7, 2026, at the Butts County Administration Office - Purchasing Department - Suite 4, 625 West Third Street, Jackson, Georgia 30233. Bids received after this deadline will not be accepted. A public opening and reading of bids will occur at 2:00 p.m. on May 7, 2026. There is no mandatory pre-bid conference. Questions regarding the bid must be directed to JoAnna Phillips at jphillips@buttscounty.org no later than April 22, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Any exceptions to the specifications or terms and conditions should be raised during this period and will be addressed in an addendum if necessary. Addenda will be posted on the Butts County website, and bidders are responsible for checking for updates and acknowledging all applicable addenda with their submission. The scope of work involves the purchase and delivery of one Woods BW10.72 batwing rotary mower, or an approved equivalent, meeting specified technical requirements. These specifications include axle suspension with springs on each axle, a driveline with a 275 HP splitter gearbox and 225 HP wing gearboxes, a minimum cut capacity of 4.5 inches, double row chains (front and rear), and severe heavy-duty 5-lug ag tires with foam filling. The equipment must be new, unused, have a commercial/public works duty rating, include factory standard safety equipment, and come with the manufacturer's standard warranty. Delivery is FOB Destination to 1036 Brownlee Rd, Jackson GA 31029, within 60 days of order.