Custom Aluminum Platform Body - 169", 84" CA Wheelbase

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, specifically through the Office of State Procurement Services and on behalf of the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife, is seeking a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for a custom aluminum platform body designed for a 2026 Ford F600 or equivalent vehicle. The procurement requires a specialized vehicle body with precise specifications, including a 169-inch wheelbase, 84-inch cab-to-axle measurement, 144-inch body length, and 98-100-inch width. The platform body must feature an extruded aluminum mainframe with 4-inch channel long sills, 3-inch I-beam cross members, tongue-and-groove aluminum flooring, a 45-inch tall headboard with specific lighting requirements, grab handles, LED DOT lighting, aluminum ladder steps, fold-down walk-arounds, two 18x18x48-inch toolboxes, and eight aluminum mounting plates for tank installation. Quotations must be submitted through the State of Maine's AdvantageME Vendor Self Service system by 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time on December 11, 2025, with bidder questions accepted up to 48 hours before the closure date. The desired delivery date is March 1, 2026, and delivery timeline will be a factor in award consideration. Evaluation will be conducted on a best value basis, prioritizing the lowest-cost qualified bidder who meets or most closely meets the specifications, with pricing and delivery timelines as primary evaluation criteria.

There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on participating organizations mentioned in the RFQ documentation. The State reserves the right to negotiate the purchase of additional units at the bid price for six months following the award, and no guaranteed award is specified. Bidders must submit comprehensive documentation including manufacturing assembly drawings, literature demonstrating specification compliance, equivalency documentation for any alternative specifications, and warranty information. The State is exempt from federal, state, and local taxes on articles not for resale. All proposals must remain valid and binding for 180 days from the bid opening date, and bidders are required to affirm complete compliance with specifications and requirements upon submission. The State maintains the ability to request proof of compliance within 48 hours and may require additional documentation. While no specific budget range is outlined, the procurement is for a single custom aluminum platform body with potential for additional unit purchases, suggesting a moderate-value contract focused on specialized vehicle equipment for the Department of Inland Fisheries & Wildlife.