Bid guide
How to bid on a Hydrostatic Front-Deck Mower for the Department of State
What the Embassy is buying and why it matters
The U.S. Embassy London is seeking to purchase one new professional hydrostatic front-deck mower. This equipment must feature permanent four-wheel drive, a cutting deck at least 1,800 mm wide, and a grass collection system with a raised discharge height. The successful vendor will need to deliver the mower to London, provide operator training, and ensure future servicing uses manufacturer-authorized engineers and genuine parts.
This is a firm-fixed-price purchase order. The government intends to award this contract to the responsible offeror who submits the lowest-priced, technically acceptable quotation that meets all mandatory requirements.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on September 03, 2026. All quotations must be received no later than 17:00 British Summer Time (BST) on September 18, 2026. This is equivalent to 12:00 PM Eastern Time (ET) on the same day.
Late quotations may not be considered, so it is crucial to submit your response on time.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for equipment suppliers and distributors who can provide specialized professional hydrostatic front-deck mowers. Vendors should be capable of delivering to London, offering operator instruction, and supporting ongoing maintenance with manufacturer-accredited services and parts.
The relevant category for this bid is equipment.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation package, click “View original source” above. If the first click takes you to the portal’s homepage, click the link again to go directly to the bid. You may need a free account to view the documents, though this is not always required.
Once you have reviewed all attached documents, including the detailed equipment specification and mandatory submission requirements, prepare your quotation. All quotations must be submitted electronically to [email protected]. Ensure you reference Solicitation No. 19UK5626Q0055 in the subject line of your email.
Practical tips for a competitive response
Carefully read the detailed equipment specification to ensure your proposed mower precisely matches all mandatory requirements. Since this is a Lowest-Priced, Technically Acceptable (LPTA) award, meeting all technical specifications is paramount before price is considered.
Clearly outline your ability to deliver the equipment to London, provide comprehensive operator training, and support future servicing exclusively through manufacturer-accredited engineers and genuine spare parts. Provide clear evidence or statements confirming these capabilities. Double-check that your quotation form is complete and accurate, and that you have included all required documentation as specified in the solicitation package.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
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