2027 Freightliner M2 106 Cab and Chassis "or equal" with install 20' box

Kanawha County Schools Purchasing Department is soliciting bids for a single unit procurement of a 2027 Freightliner M2 106 Cab and Chassis, with the option to submit "or equal" alternatives. The specific procurement is Request for Quotation #26-115, seeking a complete truck package that includes a 20-foot aluminum dry freight box with comprehensive technical specifications. Mandatory requirements include a Cummins B6.7 240 HP engine, Allison 2100 HS automatic transmission, white cab and box with black chassis, a roll-up rear door, tailgate with 3,300-pound lift capacity, walk ramp, LED lighting, and e-track cargo control. Bids must be submitted by 10:00 a.m. on December 18, 2025, through the Bonfire portal or via sealed submission to the Purchasing Office, with written questions accepted until December 5, 2025, at 8:00 a.m. The County will award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder meeting all specifications, with delivery required at the Crede Operations Complex in Charleston, West Virginia.

The solicitation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, though it does include a five-percent resident vendor preference for qualified West Virginia vendors. Vendors must submit a Purchasing Affidavit confirming no state debt over $1,000 and accept the County's Purchasing Card for payment. Liquidated damages of 2 percent of the contract total will be assessed for each day beyond the specified delivery deadline. While no specific budget range is provided in the documents, the pricing page requires vendors to submit a unit price for the complete vehicle package. The procurement appears to be a one-time purchase with firm pricing for the contract term, focusing on obtaining a specialized delivery truck that meets precise operational and technical requirements for Kanawha County Schools.