Bucket Truck (BFD)

The City of Boston is requesting bids on one new bucket truck (aerial platform lift) for the Boston Fire Department with sealed bids due September 23, 2026 at 12:00 PM and public opening the same day at One City Hall Square Room 808.

The scope calls for a 2027 Ford F-550 4×4 regular cab chassis equipped with a VERSALIFT VST-40-MHI insulated articulating telescopic aerial platform lift and Brand FX service body. The unit must deliver 40 feet 4 inches working height with 45 feet 4 inches maximum elevation, 30 feet 2 inches horizontal reach, and 400-pound platform capacity. Key specifications include a TruGuard dielectric isolating system meeting ANSI A92.2 Category C for 46KV and below operations, hydraulic dual-arm articulating jib with 1,000-pound capacity winch, 360-degree continuous rotation, 3,000-watt pure sine inverter, hydraulic capstan, strobe lights, grounding kit, and composite outrigger pads. The Brand FX service body measures 132 inches long by 42 inches high by 94 inches wide with multiple compartments, adjustable shelves, LED lighting, and grab handles. Warranty coverage includes 36-month/36,000-mile basic Ford chassis warranty with 60-month powertrain coverage, 2-year parts and labor Versalift warranty with lifetime structural coverage, and 1-year Brand FX body warranty with 10-year corrosion protection. Delivery is required to Boston Fire Department Headquarters at 115 Southampton Street, Boston, MA 02118, with required delivery on or before September 28, 2026.

Bidders must be authorized dealerships capable of providing warranty service including vehicle pickup and delivery. The City of Boston Truck Side Guard Ordinance applies; vendors must equip vehicles weighing over 10,000 pounds with properly installed side guards, convex mirrors, cross-over mirrors, and blind-spot awareness decals meeting specified dimensions and positioning. Mandatory submission documents include a compliance form, Wage Theft Prevention Form (CM-16), non-debarment certification, and CORI policy compliance statements. The contract term is one year and is subject to appropriated-funds availability. Award is made on total price basis to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Written questions are due at least 72 hours prior to the bid deadline. Contact Chris Radcliffe at 617-635-3422 or Christopher.Radcliffe@boston.gov.