26-36001-001

The Putnam County Board of Commissioners in Eatonton, Georgia, is issuing sealed bid solicitation 26-36001-001 for the procurement of one new ambulance. The solicitation requires a complete modular ambulance system built on a Dodge B4500 4x2 diesel chassis with a Type I, 12-foot modular body that meets emergency vehicle standards and NFPA requirements. Specific deliverables include comprehensive emergency and non-emergency lighting packages, specialized storage compartments, HVAC systems, and interior medical equipment as detailed in the bid package. Bidders must submit sealed proposals by Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Putnam County Board of Commissioners office located at 117 Putnam Drive, Suite A, Eatonton, GA 31024, with bids remaining valid for 90 business days. The successful vendor must deliver the ambulance within 150 days of the Notice of Award, unless delayed by the chassis manufacturer. Bidders are required to provide a Work Resume demonstrating similar project experience, submit notarized representations regarding non-collusion and independent price determination, obtain E-Verify compliance affidavits, and provide proof of insurance including Workers' Compensation coverage and General and Automobile Liability insurance of $1,000,000 each. No bid or performance bonds are required, and award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.

Local, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses are specifically encouraged to submit proposals for this opportunity. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids, waive technicalities, and award based on lowest and/or best interest. Successful bidders must execute a written contract incorporating county contract documents and comply with all Georgia state laws, including drug-free workplace certification, immigration compliance under O.C.G.A. 13-10-91, and citizenship verification requirements under O.C.G.A. 50-36-1. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documentation. No specific budget range or award value is disclosed in the available solicitation materials; however, interested vendors should consult the complete bid package available through the Putnam County website at www.putnamcountyga.us/rfps for additional financial and technical specifications.