10-25 (1) F-350 Regular Cab Truck with Utility Body & Lift Gate

The City of Valdosta, Georgia is soliciting bids for Invitation to Bid #10-25, seeking one (1) F-350 Regular Cab Truck with a Utility Body and Lift Gate for municipal use. The procurement requires a brand new 2024 or newer F-350 Regular Cab DRW Package with specific technical specifications, including a 9-foot Reading Model U108ADW-QM Classic II Service Body and a Tommygate Model G2-541342-38TP liftgate with 1300 lb capacity. The vehicle must feature a minimum 7.3L gasoline V8 engine, specified transmission and electrical systems, and include upgraded components such as flashers and light bar installation. Mandatory bid submission requirements include providing an E-Verify number, W-9 form, and specification of credit card payment acceptance. The bid opening is scheduled for Tuesday, February 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM, with sealed bids due at the City of Valdosta Purchasing Department located at 216 E. Central Ave, 2nd Floor, Valdosta, GA 31601. The city reserves the right to reject any bids and purchase additional units at the same price until June 30, 2024.

The procurement allows for cooperative purchasing, permitting other government entities to piggyback on the contract for 12 months following the award. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are mentioned in the documentation. The utility body can be sourced from Transport Equipment, with David Dowdy serving as the contact person. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the bid is structured as a competitive procurement with FOB delivery to Valdosta, GA 31601, and requires dealer delivery only. The solicitation includes provisions for potential multiple unit purchases and maintains flexibility in vendor selection, with the city retaining discretion to make decisions in its best interest. Bidders are required to submit comprehensive documentation, including detailed specifications of the proposed vehicle and utility body, to demonstrate compliance with the technical requirements outlined in the bid invitation.