Box Truck with Liftgate

Schoolcraft Community Schools in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, has issued a Request for Bid (RFB) for the procurement of one box truck equipped with a liftgate. The solicitation was posted on March 18, 2026, with sealed bids due by 10:00 a.m. on April 8, 2026, at the Superintendent's Office located at 13400 S. 14th Street, Schoolcraft, MI 49087. Vendors must submit comprehensive proposals including a cover letter, company information, Michigan Familial Relationship Statement, Iran Linked Business Affidavit, and references from previous clients. The specifications call for a box truck with a 6.6L V8 SIDI engine producing 350 horsepower, 12,000 lbs. GVWR, and rear-wheel drive configuration, with a Morgan-manufactured body measuring 16 feet in length and 96 inches in width, constructed of aluminum with an overhead door, hardwood laminated floor, and LED lighting throughout. The liftgate must meet Model 89-25 EA55 specifications with a 2,500-pound capacity, aluminum platform, and hydraulic drive system featuring a trip bar and pressure relief valve. Bidders must include pricing, warranty terms, and delivery timelines in their proposals, and an alternative bid option is permitted for an Isuzu NPR Gas with equivalent specifications provided the product is manufactured in the United States. No late bids will be accepted, and the District reserves the right to reject any and all bids.

The solicitation document does not specify set-aside designations or restrictions limiting the types of organizations eligible to respond, nor does it identify disadvantaged enterprise requirements. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are listed in the available documentation. The District is exempt from all taxes, which should be factored into pricing considerations. The specific award value or budget range for this procurement is not disclosed in the solicitation summary; however, interested vendors may obtain additional information by contacting Marc Fox at 269-929-1301 or foxm@schoolcraftcs.org. Vendors should ensure they understand all technical specifications and submission requirements before the April 8, 2026, deadline.