Schoolcraft Community Schools Box Truck with Lift

Request for Bid Issue Date: March 18, 2026

Project Information

Schoolcraft Community Schools is soliciting competitive bids for one (1) box truck with a liftgate.

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Sealed bids are to be submitted to fully comply with the specifications and instructions listed below and must include all other equipment to meet the safety requirements, laws, etc., as set forth by the State of Michigan and Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards as applicable.

2. Vendors making proposals must respond in writing to all bid invitation requirements.

3. The bid must be submitted on the attached bid proposal form and signed by an authorized company agent. The "Affidavit of Bidder Familial Relationship" and "Affidavit of Iran Economic Sanctions Act" must be attached.

4. Sealed bids are due in the Superintendent’s Office (see address below) by 10:00 am on . Apr 8, 2026

Schoolcraft Community Schools 13400 S. 14th Street Schoolcraft, MI 49087 Attn: Truck RFP

5. No late bids will be accepted.

6. The District reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

7. The District is exempt from all taxes, including state and federal.

8. Questions may be directed to Marc Fox at 269-929-1301 or by email at foxm@schoolcraftcs.org

9. All proposals must be organized as outlined below

a. Cover letter: Introduce the vendor and express their interest in the project including experiences and qualifications

b. Company information Bid Form (Appendix A)

c. Michigan Familial Relationship Statement (Appendix B)

d. Iran Linked Business Affidavit (Appendix C)

e. References: Request references from previous clients for similar projects

Bid Specifications

Details Specs

● Engine, 6.6L V8 SIDI, GMPT-V8 8 cylinder V Iron block, four cycle overhead valve water cooled 6.6L SIDI V8 350 hp [261 kW] @ 4500 rpm, 425 lb.-ft of torque [575.8 N-m] @ 3800 rpm. Electronically controlled direct fuel injection. Six bolt main cap design for heavy-duty performance. Engine Control Module (ECM) and Transmission Control Module (TCM) engine control system. Engine cruise control, engine oil cooler, High Idle Mode (1200 rpm).

● Rear axle, 3.90 ratio

● Drivetrain, rear-wheel drive

● Battery, 750 cold-cranking amps, 12-volt single, maintenance free, frame-mounted battery box

● Frame, ladder-type channel frame. Full C section straight frame 33.5 (85.1 cm) wide. Yield strength 44,000 psi, section modulus 7.20 cu.in. and RBM 316,800 lb-ft/in per rail.

● Incomplete vehicle certification

● Wheelbase, 150 (381.0 cm)

● GVWR, 12,000 lbs. (5443 kg)

● Rear suspension, 12,900 lbs. (5851 kg), multi-leaf, semi-elliptical steel alloy. Includes shock absorbers

● Front axle, 6,830 lbs. (3098 kg), reverse Elliot I-beam includes integral hydraulic power steering, with an 18.8-20.9:1 gear ratio

● Vehicle Application Truck

● Brakes, 4-wheel antilock, front and rear disc

● Fuel tank, 38.6 Gallon, (146L), rectangular fuel tank mounted between frame rail with electric type fuel pump (mounted in tank). Through the rail fuel fill.

● Exhaust, single outlet

● Tires, front, 215/85R16 E, LRR (low rolling resistance) tubeless steel belted radial, all-season

● Tires, rear, 215/85R16 E, LRR (low rolling resistance) tubeless steel belted radial, all-season

● Assist steps

● LED Headlamps

● Grille, Silver

● Glass, tinted

● Mirror, heated outside left-hand and right-hand with integral convex mirrors

● Windshield wiper, pulse, wet arm

● Audio system feature, 2 speakers

● Cup holders

● Floor Mats

● Steering wheel, urethane

● Steering column, Tilt-Wheel

● Driver Information Center

● Windows, power

● Cruise control, electronic, automatic

● Air conditioning, single-zone manual, integral in-dash mounted

● Windshield washer bottle access on passenger side dash when passenger-side door is open

● Storage, door pockets

● Lighting, interior dome

● Storage, seatback pockets

● Brake, parking, cable actuated, internal expanding drum type, transmission-mounted

● Daytime running lamps

● Backup camera

Body Details

● Manufacturer: Morgan

● Body Type: Box Truck

● Body Model: GVSD09716096

● Body Material: Aluminum

● Body Length: 16'

● Body Width: 96"

● Body Inside Length: 190.38

● Body Inside Height: 97"

● Body Weight: 2466 lbs

● Bumper Description: 5” Structural Bumper With Pooched Surface And Closure Plate

● Door Type: Overhead

● Door Width: 88"

● Door Height: 91.25"

● Floor Description: Laminated

● Floor Material: Hardwood

● Floor Thickness: 1-1/8"

● Lighting Description: Dome Light With Indicator Switch Mounted In Cab Dash

● Lighting Location: Interior

● Lighting Type: LED

● Lighting Description: Sealed Clearance Lights | Per FMVSS-108 Installed In Front Corner Caps, Side Top Rails And Five Across Rear Header

● Lighting Location: Exterior

● Mud Flaps Description: Morgan 24" x 36" Black

● Roof Type: Translucent

● Roof Description: .062 Glassboard Sheet

● Cargo Control Description: Recessed E-Track - Each Side - 26.50" & 55.50" Floor to Center

● Side Description: .040 Aluminum Sidewalls | Z-Shaped Galvanized Side Posts on 16" Centers |

Full Height 3/8" Plywood Liner

Gold Star Features

● SUBFRAME - 3" I-beam Crossmembers On 12" Centers With 4" Longrail , Mylar Tape Is Applied Between All Steel Subframe Components And Extruded Aluminum Lower Bottom Rails To Prevent Corrosion

● FLOOR - 1- 1/8” Laminated Hardwood Fastened To Subframe With 2 Countersunk Screws Per Floor Board Per Cross Member In A Staggered Pattern. Floor Boards Are Ship Lapped And Preundercoated For Protection From Elements.

● THRESHOLD - Steel Galvanized Angle Flush To Rear

● REAR DOOR - Overhead Roll-up Door

● REAR FRAME - Galvannealed Steel -painted Imron White, Includes Built-in Header Design, Clearance Light Protector And Rain Deflector, Curbside And Roadside Grab-handles

● RO

● OF - .032” One-piece Aluminum Sheet With Anti-snag Roof Bows On 24” Centers With

Crowned Roof Design Which Prevents Water/Ice Pooling

● SKINS - .040“ Aluminum, Pre-painted White

● SIDE WALL - Extruded Aluminum Top And Bottom Rails With 1-3/8” Deep Galvanized Steel

Z-shaped Vertical Posts Installed On 16” Centers

● FRONT END - Aerodynamic Aluminum Radii and Morgan’s Patented Poly-tuff Corner Caps

● BUMPER - 5” Structural Bumper With Pooched Surface And Closure Plate

● INTERIOR LIGHTING - (1) Domelight With Indicator Switch Mounted In Cab Dash

● EXTERIOR LIGHTING - Led Sealed Clearance Lights, Per Fmvss-108 Installed In Front Corner

Caps, Side Top Rails And Five Across Rear Header.

● MOUNTING - Full Mount-u Bolt

● MUDFLAPS - Morgan 24" X 36" Black

Liftgate Specifications

Liftgate spLiftgate Specification Model: 89-25 EA55 Application: Flatbed and Van Capacity: 2500 Platform Detail Aluminum 1-piece extruded aluminum w/ 55" loading depth + 12" taper Drive System:

Leaf Chain and Hydraulic Cylinder Hydraulic System: Enclosed Unit: All critical components are factory enclosed in main frame of gate providing protection from elements and damage. Easy access for servicing. Pressure Relief Valve: Prevents operator from overloading the platform. Cylinder-Mounted Flow Control Valves: Prevents uncontrolled descent of platform Electrical System: Control Unit:

Moisture resistant toggle switch deactivates 90 seconds after last operation (helps prevent unauthorized use) / timer reset and on-off button permanently and conveniently located on control unit and positioned under logo and bulls eye respectively. Circuit Breaker: 200 Amp Continuous, 3000 Amp Interrupt, 30 VDC, Watertight, Manual Reset. Mounted in-line with 2 AWG positive battery cable, protects vehicle in the event of an electrical short. Power/Ground Cable: Factory supplied 2 AWG ground cable molded with power cable, providing a direct connection from liftgate to truck battery. Insulation rated for -40°C (-40°F) to 105°C (221°F). Drive Train: Leaf Chain (ANSI #BL534), Steel Slider assemblies with steel rollers and dual-sealed ball bearings. Safety: Safety Trip Bar: The standard Safety Trip Bar, located below the railgate's enclosed hydraulic and electrical systems, will immediately stop the upward movement of the platform if any object is detected between the platform and the liftgate frame. Tommy Gate Liftgate Specification: 89-25 EA55ecs

Alternative Bid

Alternate option will be accepted per the following requirements:

● Isuzu NPR Gas with the same or equivalent specs from the specification detail provided above.

● Requirements: Product must be made in the United States of America.

End RFP

Schoolcraft Community Schools Bid Proposal Form

One (1) Box Truck with Liftgate

Make: ____________ Model: ___________

Year: _____________ Milage: ___________

Total Price: _________________

Warranty: __________________

Days of Delivery after Receipt of order: _________________

Company Name: ____________________________________

Address: __________________________________________

City ___________________ State: ______________ ZIP: ______________

Contract Person: ____________________________________ Title: ___________________________

Phone: _____________________

Email: _________________________

Appendix A

Michigan Familial Relationship Disclosure Statement

In accordance with Section 1267 of Michigan Revised School Code this sworn and notarized statement of an authorized representative, discloses any familial relationship between the owner and/or any employee of the Bidder, and any member of the project Owner’s governing Board(s) or Superintendent(s).

If any conflict of interest is discovered subsequent to submission of bid, written disclosure shall be submitted to the project Owner within seven (7) days of discovery. The project Owner reserves the right to immediately terminate any contract with Bidder upon notification of a conflict of interest. Upon such termination, the project Owner shall compensate Bidder only for the value of any goods or services provided to the Owner prior to such termination as determined by Designer.

(Check only one section below) ____ It is hereby acknowledged and certified by Bidder that no familial relationship exists between the owner or any employee of the Bidder and any member of the project Owner’s governing Board(s) or Superintendent(s).

____ A familial relationship exists between the owner or an employee of the Bidder and a member of the project Owner’s governing Board(s) or Superintendent(s). The person(s) and the relationship(s) are as follows:

Bidder Board or Superintendent

Bidder Authorized Representative:

Bidder: ___________________________________ Representative’s Signature: ___________________________________ Print or Type Name: ____________________________________ Representative’s Title: ____________________________________

Subscribed and sworn this ________ day of ___________________________, 2025.

In the County of _____________________ State of __________________________

By ______________________________________ Seal or Stamp: Notary Public Signature

My commission expires on: _______________________

Appendix B

IRAN LINKED BUSINESS AFFIDAVIT

All Bids shall be accompanied by a sworn statement disclosing any Iran Linked Business relationship that exists within the owners, including its officers, directors, and employees.

The undersigned, owner or authorized officer of

____________________________________________ (bidder), pursuant to Michigan Public Act No. 517 of 2012, the “Iran Linked Business” requirement provided in the Schoolcraft Community Schools Proposals hereby represents and warrants that the bidder, including its officers, directors and employees, is not an “Iran Linked Business” within the meaning of the applicable Public Act, and that in the event bidder is awarded a contract as a result of this RFB, the bidder will not become an “Iran Linked Business” at any time during the course of performing under the contract. The bidder further acknowledges that any person who is found to have submitted a false certification is responsible for a civil penalty of not more than $250,000.00 or 2 times the amount of the contract or proposed contract for which the false certification was made, whichever is greater, the cost of the District investigation, and reasonable attorney fees, in addition to the fine. Moreover, any person who submitted a false certification shall be ineligible to bid on future Requests for Bids for three (3) years from the date that it is determined that the person has submitted the false certification.

There is not an “Iran Linked Business” that exists within the bidder and/or owner, officers, directors and employees.

Bidder:

Company Name

Signature

Title

Notary:

This instrument was acknowledged before me, A Notary Public in and for

________________________ County on this

__________ day of ____________, 20 _____.

Notary Public Signature

My Commission expires: __________________

Acting in the County of: ___________________

Appendix C