DEP Spec 3.xls

This is a specification document for a Cab & Chassis truck procurement through a Master Agreement with the State of Maine. The solicitation requests bids for a 4x4 gasoline-powered extended cab truck with dual rear wheels, specifically a Ford F-450 or equivalent model. The vehicle must meet stringent requirements including a minimum 6.6-liter, 8-cylinder engine, 16,000 lb GVWR, 168-inch wheelbase, 60-inch cab-to-axle length, and an 8-speed automatic transmission with electronic shift-on-the-fly four-wheel drive capability. Required features encompass dual airbags, factory-installed air conditioning, Bluetooth hands-free calling, 4-wheel ABS brakes, heavy-duty engine cooler, 40-gallon fuel capacity minimum, backup camera, power windows and locks, and a complete towing package with integrated brake controller and 7-pin wiring harness.

The specification document includes detailed options for bidders to specify engine displacement beyond the minimum requirement, axle ratio, tire size and load range, wheelbase configuration, and available color selections. Bidders must list all available standard colors at no additional charge and identify any colors available for an upcharge with corresponding unit costs. The document contains columns for bidder contact information, vehicle year, make, model, and unit cost, along with a notation regarding where orders for these trucks can be placed through the Master Agreement. The specification emphasizes factory-installed components where available, including engine block heater, rear backup alarm, running boards, skid plates, and front tow hooks, with heavy-duty suspension and trailer towing mirrors specified as mandatory equipment.