21-26-(1) One 2026 One Ton Crew Cab 4X4 SRW Truck With 6. 5' Bed

The City of Valdosta Purchasing Department is seeking bids for procurement of one 2026 Ford F-350 Crew Cab 4x4 SRW truck with a standard 6-foot bed, designated under Invitation to Bid #21-26 (1). The procurement targets a one-ton crew cab truck with specific comprehensive requirements, including a 7.3L V8 gasoline engine, ten-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel drive, and dual alternators and batteries. Bidders must provide complete build sheets and detailed product literature, with failure to include documentation resulting in non-compliance. The bid opening is scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. EST, with sealed proposals required to be submitted to the Purchasing Department at 216 E. Central Avenue, Second Floor, Valdosta, Georgia 31601. Key evaluation criteria include meeting detailed specifications, providing comprehensive documentation, and agreeing to FOB delivery to Valdosta. Pricing must be effective at the date of delivery, and all equipment must be new, unused, and from the manufacturer's current production model.

The solicitation permits piggyback purchases by other governmental entities for 12 months following award, subject to state law restrictions. No specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the documentation. Vendors must complete a Non-Collusion Affidavit and Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit, and provide an E-Verify Number and W-9 form. The City reserves the right to accept or reject any bids, with final purchase decisions for items exceeding $25,000 requiring approval from the Valdosta Mayor and Council. While no specific budget range is detailed, the successful vendor is requested to lock in pricing for additional units ordered before July 31, 2026. The procurement spans Lee County and involves a specialized vehicle procurement with comprehensive technical specifications, indicating a targeted acquisition for municipal fleet management or departmental operational needs.