Cab & Chassis, 4X4, Standard Cab DRW, 22, 000 GVWR

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Office of State Procurement Services, is soliciting quotations on behalf of the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife for one new 2026 or newer model year Cab & Chassis, 4X4, Standard Cab Dual Rear Wheels (DRW) truck with a 22,000 lb. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). The procurement requires a vehicle with specific technical specifications, including a V8, 7.3-liter or larger engine, comprehensive suspension and braking systems, and detailed interior and exterior feature requirements. Quotations must be submitted electronically through the State of Maine's AdvantageME Vendor Self Service (VSS) system by December 9, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Vendors may submit questions up to 48 hours before the deadline through the VSS Q&A portal. The evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, considering specification compliance, delivery timeline, and overall state interests, with the award going to the lowest-priced qualified bidder. Required submission documentation includes the Bid Cover Page, Responsible Bidder Form, technical specification sheets, manufacture build sheets, warranty information, and roadside assistance details.

The solicitation does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. Delivery of the vehicle is required to the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife in Augusta, Maine, with immediate delivery requested. The State reserves the right to negotiate purchases of additional units at the bid price for six months following the official award. All pricing must be submitted on a Free on Board (FOB) - Destination basis, with shipping charges included in the bid price. The State is exempt from federal, state, and local taxes and will provide exemption certificates upon application. Bidders must keep their bids firm for 180 days from the bid opening date, and no best and final offers will be solicited. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single vehicle with potential for additional unit purchases, suggesting a moderate-value contract focused on specialized vehicle procurement for state agency operations.