Chevrolet Chassis with Body Options

The Commonwealth of Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) Division of Purchases is soliciting bids for a master agreement contract to procure Chevrolet 3500 4WD chassis with various body and upfit options. The procurement covers 41 line items, including 20 base Chevrolet Silverado 3500 Dual Rear Wheel cab and chassis units with specialized body configurations such as gooseneck platform bodies, service bodies, flatbeds, dump bodies, and cranes. All vehicles must be new, first-quality, manufacturer's latest current production models with a three-year warranty beginning upon placement in service. Bidding is restricted to online submission through the Kentucky Vendor Self Service system, with a deadline of December 5, 2025 at 1:30 PM Eastern Time. Written questions are due by November 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM, with responses anticipated by November 25, 2025. The contract will have an initial period from award through December 30, 2026, with options for four additional one-year renewals. Award determination will be based on a best value approach, with pricing weighted at 95 points and delivery time weighted at 5 points, totaling 100 possible points.

The solicitation includes specific preferences and set-aside provisions for certain vendors, including a 20% preference for Kentucky Correctional Industries and a 15% preference for Kentucky Industries for the Blind and qualified nonprofits serving individuals with severe disabilities. Kentucky resident bidders will receive reciprocal preference against nonresident bidders from states providing similar advantages. Vendors must bid on all line items to be considered for award, with standard equipment options requiring a nominal $0.01 bid. Pricing must be F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid, with delivery timelines specified by the vendor. Late delivery penalties of 1% per day will be assessed for each day delivery is not met. All bids must remain valid for a minimum of 90 days following the closing date. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the solicitation suggests a potentially significant procurement value across multiple vehicle configurations and body types for Elliott County and potentially other Kentucky jurisdictions.