Attachment A - Specifications.pdf

Attachment A - Specifications

ATTACHMENT A

SPECIFICATIONS

IFB-GC-FG-02-25

Medium Duty Water Tanker

INTRODUCTION:

In accordance with Article 5.2 of the Garfield County Procurement Code (“GCPC”), Garfield County is soliciting completive sealed bids from qualified individuals or companies to provide medium duty water truck for the Garfield County Fairgrounds and Events Center.

BACKGROUND

The Garfield County Fairgrounds & Event Center is a multi-purpose facility which hosts over 500 annual offerings, including a wide spectrum of entertainment, equestrian, and cultural events.

From large-scale concerts, rodeos, and expos, the experienced Fairgrounds staff works hard to ensure events are a success. The variety of rooms and spaces make the Garfield County Fairgrounds & Events Center ideal for social events, parties, wedding receptions, reunions, and other special gatherings.

Available spaces include Indoor, outdoor, and covered arenas, 3 halls (South, North, and Event), animal stalls and pens, multiple parking lots, 2 kitchens (Event & North), garden plots and RV spaces.

DELIVERY F.O.B. DESTINATION:

The water tankers must be delivered to the Garfield County Fairgrounds at 1001 Railroad Avenue, Rifle, Colorado 81650.

SPECIFICATIONS:

The Garfield County Fairgrounds is looking for a 2026 Ford F-750 Water Truck or equivalent.

The desired specifications are laid out below. Complete every space on the form below. Mark with an “X” to indicate the specification is being met. If vendor does not meet the exact specification, please state any deviation in the comments section. Failure to complete each item on this form may consider your bid nonresponsive. If you do not meet the specification but would like to propose an alternate specification, please submit all questions on or before the question deadline.

Mandatory Standard Equipment Specifications

Meets

Does Not Meet

Comments

1 2026 2 Medium Duty 3 7.3L V8 Gas Engine 4 A36 Steel Tank 5 2000 Gallon 6 4” x 3” shaft driven water pump 7 Multiple spray valves – front, rear, and sides

8 Manual Rewind Hose Reel 9 DOT Compliant Lighting System 10 Truck is to be de-rated to 25,999

GVWR to accommodate non-CDL drives.

11 Heavy-Duty Axles 12 6 Speed Automatic Transmission

Quoted Equipment must come with the standard Manufacturer’s Warranty. Award will be based off the lowest responsive and responsible bid that meets Garfield County’s specifications. Garfield County Reserves the right to add extended warranties if in the best interest of the County.

EQUIVALENT PRODUCT SUBSTITUTIONS

In accordance with the GCPC Section 4.3.4, equivalent product substitution submittals are to be made available for Garfield County’s review and acceptance prior to the question deadline.

Submittals must include product data and specifications. Garfield County reserves the right to reject product submittals that do not meet the required specifications. The use of a brand name is for the purpose of describing the standard of quality, performance, and characteristics desired and is not intended to limit or restrict competition.

OPTIONAL TRADE-IN

Bidder shall include a trade-in price for a 2006 F750 Water Truck:

• Odometer Reading: 8,657 miles

• Engine: Cummins 5.9L Diesel

• 6 Speed Manual Transmission

• 2200 Gallon Steel Tank

• Manual Rewind Hose

• Damage Includes:

o Has had small holes patched in tank o Has a little blow by on the engine o Pump shaft leaks a little bit

*Garfield County reserves the right to reject trade-in offer at its sole discretion.

Bidders are welcome to inspect the equipment on Tuesday, October 14, 2025 2:00 PM- 2:30 PM. If this time does not work for you, please call or email Kiefer Brocker, to set up an appointment at kbrocker@garfieldcountyco.gov or 970-945-1377 ext. 4104. Please view Attachment B for pictures of the water truck.

This attachment must be signed and submitted in your bid packet. Vendor is responsible for clarifying specifications before the question deadline. Failure to meet the specifications may cause your bid to be determined non-responsive.

The deadline to submit questions is Thursday, October 16, 3:00 PM MST. Questions shall be submitted to Kiefer Brocker, Procurement Specialist at kbrocker@garfieldcountyco.gov

Signature Date:

mailto:kbrocker@garfieldcountyco.gov