2010 Truck Cap Bid

The State of Maine Division of Purchases is requesting bids for multiple 2010 fiberglass truck caps with bids due August 17, 2010. The solicitation comprises at least six separate cap specifications for different vehicle configurations, each requiring unit and total cost pricing with estimated delivery timelines.

The specifications call for truck caps tailored to specific 2010 model vehicles: GMC Canyon Extended Cab (standard 6-foot bed, 4WD and 2WD versions), Ford F150 Extended Cab Short Bed 4WD, and GMC Sierra 1500 Extended Cab (6.5-foot bed, 4WD). Color and style requirements vary by vehicle — white non-wedge and cab-high styles for Canyon models; white Maxi High wedge-style for the F150; and Midnight Blue wedge-style (matching GM Paint Code #37U/WA403P) for the Sierra. All caps must include sliding side windows with screens, standard front windows, radius corners, reinforced roofs, clear glass with black window beading, 360-degree visibility windows, recessed third brake lights, two gas props per door, installation tape, four aluminum hold-down clamps (or eight with external racks where applicable), and window t-handles with weather covers. The F150 and one Sierra specification require 12-volt rear interior lighting; Canyon and Sierra models call for boat/ladder adjustable roof racks; the F150 specifies Vanguard Cap Racks with horizontal bars. All caps are F.O.B. dealer-installed at the buyer's location. The solicitation explicitly prohibits Scotch-Lok style connectors.

Awards will be made on lowest responsible bidder basis considering quality, specification conformity, delivery dates, and ultimate cost. Tie bids favor in-state bidders or those offering Maine-manufactured commodities. The State reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to increase or decrease quantities by up to 10 percent. All pricing must exclude Federal and Maine State Sales and Use Taxes and include transportation charges unless otherwise specified.