2027 Light Duty Truck Chevrolet Colorado or equivalent

Iowa Department of Administrative Services Fleet Services is requesting bids from dealerships for 2027 Light Duty Trucks (Chevrolet Colorado or equivalent), with bids due September 7, 2026.

The procurement covers two vehicle categories: LDT 1 (Standard 4×2 Work Truck with Extended Cab and Automatic Transmission) and LDT 2 (Standard 4×4 Work Truck with Extended Cab and Automatic Transmission). Base specifications for both include a turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine with E85 FFV capability if available, minimum 6,000 lb. GVWR, minimum 130-inch wheelbase, 60-inch bed cargo box, power door locks with remote keyless entry, power windows, air conditioning, factory or dealer-installed Bluetooth and radio with advanced color LCD display, power brakes with 4-wheel anti-lock capability, rearview camera, and all-season tires. The 4×4 model additionally requires transfer case with automatic 4WD engagement capability and independent front suspension with leaf rear suspension.

Dealers must submit pricing for the base vehicle and separately price optional items including engine block heater, upgraded alternator, additional key fobs, 110-volt power outlet, bed liners, bed inserts, bed mats, cargo tie downs, mud flaps, recovery hooks, running boards, tonneau covers, trailer brake controller, trailer tow mirrors, trailer tow package, convenience packages, custom packages, alarm systems, and reverse sensing systems. Dealers may offer a discount percentage off MSRP for optional items $3,000 or less; engine and powertrain options are excluded from discount eligibility. Delivery costs are FOB pricing per mile for delivery anywhere in Iowa, with mileage to be specified by the dealer.

Submission requires one electronic copy of completed Vehicle Specification Worksheets in Excel format and one electronic copy of completed RFB Criteria document. Delivery is to the Department of Administrative Services Fleet Services at 510 E. 12th Street, Des Moines, Iowa 50319.