DPW Vehicle Package

The City of Taylor, Michigan is requesting proposals for a DPW Vehicle Package comprising six fleet vehicles under RFP-8-19-26-18, with proposals due September 15, 2026 at 12:00 a.m. via the City's eProcurement Portal or physical submission to the City Clerk's Office.

The scope includes a 2026 or 2027 Ford F-150 5.0L crew cab for the Animal Shelter; two Ford F-series pickups for the Water Department (one F-350 4x4 6.7L diesel crew cab with 8' bed and one F-550 4x4 6.7L diesel 4-yard dump body); two Ford pickups for the Sewer Department (one F-250 crew cab and one F-350 4x4 7.3L gas crew cab with 8' bed); and one black Ford Explorer for the DPW Director. All vehicles must include lighting packages. Delivery must occur within 30 days of purchase order issuance F.O.B. destination, with freight included in the bid price. Prevailing wage requirements apply if the project is determined subject to the Davis-Bacon Act.

The contract term is one year from execution with no renewal options. Bidders must submit pricing as firm fixed rates inclusive of all discounts and deductions, excluding applicable federal and City taxes. A 5 percent bid surety is required in the form of certified check, cashier's check, money order, or corporate surety bond.

Evaluation criteria are weighted equally at 20 percent each: cost proposal (lowest cost wins), proposer's demonstrated experience with similar projects, quality and type of product proposed, thoroughness of material submitted including proposed work plan, and estimated installation date. Award may be evaluated on an all-or-none basis or by line item based on budget. The F-550 dump body unit and F-250 are funded from 2026 fund balance carryover.

Bidders must provide proof of General Liability Coverage ($1 million per occurrence; $2 million aggregate), Automobile Liability Coverage ($1 million combined single limit), and Workers Compensation Coverage with specified limits, with the City named as an additional insured. Questions are due September 1, 2026 at 12:00 a.m. Bid opening is scheduled for September 21, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.