truck bid worksheet.xlsx

This is a bid worksheet for a vehicle procurement issued by the Iowa Utilities Commission seeking competitive bids from authorized dealerships for one (1) 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Pickup truck. The solicitation specifies detailed vehicle configurations including a 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine with a minimum of 400 horsepower, 10-speed automatic transmission, locking or limited slip differential, and electronic transfer case with push button control. Required features include dual-zone automatic climate control, adaptive cruise control, HD rearview camera, 4-wheel antilock disc brakes with backup alarm rated at minimum 95 decibels, power tailgate with lock and release, Z71 Off-Road and Protection Package with skid plates, dual polished exhaust outlets, and power-adjustable heated mirrors with integrated turn signals and clearance lamps. The vehicle interior specifications call for cloth seating with 60/40 folding rear bench with seatback storage, Bluetooth connectivity with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, a minimum 13-inch display, USB ports with charge and data capabilities, and universal home remote functionality. The truck must be painted Summit White with 275/60R20SL all-terrain blackwall tires and a full-size spare tire if available. The submission deadline is February 25, 2026, and bidders must submit a completed worksheet that includes the base vehicle price, delivery costs to the Department of Administrative Services in Des Moines, manufacturer codes, model information, trim package details, and confirmation of all required features.

The bid worksheet requires vendors to provide total vehicle pricing including base cost and delivery charges but does not specify an estimated award value or budget range. No set-aside designations, disadvantaged business enterprise requirements, or restrictions limiting bidder eligibility based on organization type are indicated in the available solicitation materials. No incumbent vendors or existing contractor information has been identified. Bidders are required to be authorized vehicle dealerships capable of meeting the detailed specifications and delivering the vehicle to Des Moines. The evaluation will be based on compliance with specifications and total pricing as submitted by qualified dealerships.