Cutaway Van with Service Body 11,000 Pounds 2WD DRW

The New Hampshire Department of Administrative Services is seeking to procure two cutaway vans with service bodies through Bid No. 171-25, specifically targeting the New Hampshire Department of Transportation's Mechanical Services in Concord. The procurement calls for 11,000-pound, 2-wheel drive dual rear wheel (DRW) cutaway vans with detailed specifications, including a gasoline 3.5 V6 engine, automatic transmission, and a Reading "Ready Van Classic" Service Van model CSV72-DW as the design standard. The service bodies must be constructed of aluminum with powder-coated exterior and interior compartments, featuring 72" interior height, compartment lighting, a roof-top ladder rack, and a pass-through door to the cab. Key procurement dates include questions due by 5/1/2025, state responses by 5/2/2025, and bid closing on 5/5/2025 at 11:00 AM Eastern Time. Vendors must submit firm, all-inclusive pricing in US dollars, with delivery expected within 120 days of receiving the purchase order, and must provide a one-year warranty on all equipment. The state reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will award the contract based on the lowest total cost that meets specifications.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned, the procurement encourages environmentally friendly considerations, with preferences for energy-efficient, reusable, and recyclable products. Vendors must comply with workers' right-to-know regulations and be prepared to demonstrate compliance with bid specifications. The contract will be non-exclusive, allowing the state to retain other contractors if needed. Although a specific budget range is not provided, the comprehensive specifications suggest a significant investment in specialized municipal vehicles. Vendors will need to provide detailed documentation, including safety data sheets and proof of compliance with technical requirements. The procurement appears to be an open competitive bid, with no indications of incumbent vendor preferences or specific technological integration requirements beyond the detailed service van specifications.