Custom built ambulance

Tift County Board of Commissioners and Tift County Fire/Rescue Division are requesting proposals for one custom-built Type I ambulance meeting detailed specifications, with proposals due August 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. to 225 North Tift Avenue, Tifton, Georgia 31794. All equipment must be new and of current design and manufacture; used or refurbished equipment is unacceptable.

The scope requires a 2027 or current model Ford F-450 chassis with diesel engine, automatic transmission, 108-inch cab/axle, and 193-inch wheelbase, paired with a 14-foot module in side-door-forward configuration. Bidders must evidence manufacturing capability by providing proof of at least ten vehicles of the specified type produced within the last two years and references from agencies that have purchased a cumulative total of ten such vehicles. The successful bidder must maintain either a fixed service facility or mobile service capability available within 24 hours of request, with all service technicians certified as Emergency Vehicle Technicians. Warranty information must be provided broken down by category — chassis, body, paint, electrical, and other components — with coverage commencing upon delivery.

Pricing must include two bid options: complete ambulance with chassis and equipment, or Tift County-supplied chassis and equipment. All applicable charges including materials, equipment, installation, labor, and delivery to 316 West 2nd Street, Tifton, Georgia 31794 must be included in the total bid amount with no additional charges permitted after the quote deadline. A pre-construction meeting will be scheduled following award, and final inspection will be conducted upon 100% completion with county-arranged transportation, lodging, and meals if the inspection location exceeds 300 miles from Tift County. Inquiries may be directed to Chief Michael Chafin at 229-546-7964 or michael.chafin@tiftcounty.org, or County Clerk Miriam Jordan at 229-386-7850 or miriam.jordan@tiftcounty.org.