9-25 (1) F-350 Regular Cab DRW with Utility Body, Lift Gate & Crane

The City of Valdosta, Georgia, is seeking bids for Invitation to Bid #9-25, which involves the procurement of two brand new 2024 or newer F-350 Regular Cab DRW trucks with specific utility configurations. The detailed specifications require vehicles equipped with a 40/20/40 bench seat, 7.3L gasoline engine, 6-speed automatic transmission, and a Dominator DSC20 9' medium duty galvanized steel crane body featuring an 18,000 foot/pound rating crane. Sealed bids must be submitted no later than February 18, 2025, at 10:00 AM to the City of Valdosta Purchasing Department located at 216 E. Central Ave, 2nd Floor, Valdosta, GA 31601. The bid will be opened and read aloud at the specified time, with the city reserving the right to accept or reject any submissions. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the lowest responsible bidder, considering factors such as quality performance and delivery specifications, with the Mayor and City Council making final purchase decisions for total acquisitions exceeding $25,000.

The procurement opportunity includes cooperative procurement provisions, allowing other government entities to piggyback on the contract for 12 months following the award date. Vendors must comply with Georgia Security and Immigration requirements and cannot be on any State or Federal debarment lists. The city retains the option to purchase additional units at the same price until June 30, 2024, with all shipping to be FOB Valdosta, GA 31601. While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the bid appears open to qualified vendors meeting the technical specifications and legal requirements. The procurement is structured to provide flexibility for the city's vehicle and equipment needs, with potential for expanded unit purchases and inter-governmental cooperative purchasing. Although a precise budget range is not specified, the procurement involves substantial vehicle and equipment investment with comprehensive technical requirements.