22-26 (1) One 2026 Half Ton Regular Cab 4X4 Pick-Up Truck

The City of Valdosta, Georgia, through its Purchasing Department, is soliciting bids for Invitation to Bid #22-26 to procure one 2026 half-ton regular cab 4x4 pick-up truck. The procurement requires a specific vehicle with an 8-cylinder gasoline engine (5.0L to 5.7L), heavy-duty six-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel drive, and a fleet-side bed approximately 6.5 feet long. Mandatory specifications include a minimum 6,500 lbs. gross vehicle weight rating, 17-inch wheels, bright white exterior, and specific feature requirements such as factory-installed air conditioning, AM/FM radio with Bluetooth, tinted glass, weather tech mats, heavy-duty shock absorbers, chrome bumpers, and a Class IV trailer hitch. Bidders must submit sealed proposals with manufacturer build sheets and product literature by December 2, 2025, at 9:30 AM EST, with bids to be opened and read aloud at that time. The City reserves the right to purchase additional units at the same price until July 31, 2026, and will evaluate bids based on lowest responsible bidder considering quality, performance, and delivery time.

The bid opportunity does not explicitly indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Bidders must submit a Non-Collusion Affidavit and Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act Affidavit with their proposals. All pricing must be FOB Valdosta, Georgia, and inclusive of delivery. The City of Valdosta Mayor and Council will award the contract if the total purchase exceeds $25,000. While no specific budget range is provided, the detailed specifications suggest a standard municipal fleet vehicle procurement. Proposals will be deemed non-compliant if documentation is incomplete, and the City retains the right to accept or reject any bids in the best interest of the municipality. The procurement is limited to a single 2026 half-ton pick-up truck, with potential for additional unit purchases at the same price point through July 31, 2026.