Specifications include, but are not limited to: Iowa State University of Science and Technology (ISU) is soliciting information from qualified contractors to provide a utility vehicle that will be used with an ISU existing unit, a John Deere HD200 sprayer, to be used by ISU Campus Services, Ames, IA. 1. Scope of the Contract Iowa State University is requesting bids for a utility vehicle that will be used with an ISU existing unit, a John Deere HD200 sprayer, to be used by ISU Campus Services, Ames, IA. The unit shall be a new, current model, under standard production by the manufacturer and be furnished complete with standard equipment and accessories as listed in the manufacture’s printed literature, plus the items below. All equipment and options must be factory installed, if available. Four stroke, gas or diesel engine (not electric) 2. General Requirements Engine Diesel engine Cold weather starting aid (if available) Approximate min. 25 hp Key start Pressurized lube w/ spin-on oil filter Muffler, quiet tone with spark arrestor Liquid cooled Battery, maintenance free, largest size available Air cleaner – dry type, replaceable Drive Train Low and high ranger (if available) 5-6 speed manual transmission Rear differential lock for added traction Drive with forward, neutral and reverse 4-wheel drive Brakes on all 4 wheels, hydraulically actuated Speeds of approximately up to 30 MPH Tires Front and rear: minimum 6-ply rating, turf type
