Self-Propelled Plot-Scale Forage Harvester

The University of Guelph is seeking one new or used self-propelled plot-scale forage harvester with integrated weighing, data collection software, optional NIR capability, delivery, setup, training, warranty, and ongoing support for the Elora Research Station.

University of Guelph


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RFP-2026094
Oct 30, 2026 06:00 PM
Oct 02, 2026 12:00 PM
$350,000.00
Request for Proposal (RFP)
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macleodg@uoguelph.ca
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University of Guelph, Guelph, ON, Canada
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Description

The University of Guelph is requesting proposals for one new, certified pre-owned, gently used, or refurbished self-propelled plot-scale forage harvester, model year 2024 or newer, with fewer than 150 operating hours and a warranty equivalent to that of a new unit. The harvester will collect and weigh aboveground biomass from perennial and annual forage research plots while leaving most plant material intact for sample collection. Mandatory requirements include a diesel powertrain, 1.5-meter cutting table, double-knife cutter bar, five-bar reel with brushes, adjustable cutting height, grass-pattern tires, at least one cubic meter of weighing volume and 200 kilograms of weighing capacity, a four-weigh-cell scale system, controlled discharge, emergency shutoff, braking system, safety lights, and a cab or protected operator frame. The proposal must address HarvestMaster software or an approved equivalent, camera monitoring, and NIR capability or an NIR-ready configuration priced as an option. The successful supplier must provide the harvester, software and licenses if required, manuals and maintenance documentation, integration, calibration, validation, testing, final acceptance support, on-site operator training, at least a one-year manufacturer's warranty, extended-warranty pricing, and ongoing maintenance and technical support. Delivery is required by March 15, 2027, and the budget is $350,000 CAD. Proposals must be submitted in English through the University's public purchasing portal.

Classification Codes
NAICS333111Farm Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing
PSC3720Harvesting Equipment
Smart Codes
forage harvesteragricultural equipmentagricultural equipment training
Specifications
Supply & Service
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Timeline
Oct 2, 2026-Open Date
Oct 22, 2026-Questions Due Date
Oct 23, 2026-Deadline for Issuing Addenda
Oct 30, 2026 06:00 PM-Submission Deadline
Nov 16, 2026-Anticipated Agreement Execution
Mar 15, 2027-Required Delivery Date
May 25, 2027-On-Site Training Completion Deadline
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