19-26 (1) 2025 Or Newer F-750 Regular Cab DRW Dump Truck

The City of Valdosta Purchasing Department is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of one brand new 2025 or newer Ford F-750 Regular Cab DRW dump truck with a 26,000 gross vehicle weight rating. The bid opportunity, identified as Invitation to Bid #19-26 (1), is specifically targeting a fully equipped dump truck to be delivered to Valdosta, Georgia. Detailed specifications include requirements for the cab, engine, transmission, electrical system, frame, axles, springs, tires, wheels, steering, and brakes, with mandatory warranty provisions of two years bumper-to-bumper and five years/250,000 miles for motor and transmission. Bidders must submit comprehensive product build sheets and supporting literature with their proposals, and all bids are due by December 2, 2025, at 10:30 AM, to be opened and read aloud at City Hall. The evaluation criteria will focus on the lowest responsible bid, considering quality, performance, and delivery time, with the City reserving the right to accept or reject any submissions deemed in its best interest.

The procurement opportunity appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, and is open to standard commercial vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications. Bidders must include a Non-Collusion Affidavit and a Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit with their proposals. Notably, the contract includes cooperative procurement provisions allowing other government entities to piggyback on the award for 12 months with only minor modifications permitted. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single dump truck with comprehensive equipment requirements. Federal and state taxes are not applicable due to the municipality's tax-exempt status, and the City may consider alternate bids if maximum delivery dates are not met by the original dealer or vendor.