Heavy duty CAB chassis 19, 500-58, 000

The New Mexico General Services Department Purchasing Division has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a Price Agreement to procure Heavy Duty Cab and Chassis vehicles for the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) and other state agencies and local public bodies. The procurement seeks to establish a multiple-award contract for five distinct truck chassis configurations ranging from 19,500 to 58,000 pounds Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR), including models with both automatic and manual transmissions. Bidders are required to be authorized dealers with established dealerships in New Mexico, complete with parts and service facilities and Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) certified mechanics. The contract mandates comprehensive vehicle specifications, including minimum two-year bumper-to-bumper and five-year powertrain warranties, dealer preparation, and post-delivery support. Bids are due by September 30, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with a formal sealed bid opening to occur immediately following via Microsoft Teams. The procurement allows bidders to submit up to three models per item, with no limit on exceeding minimum specifications. An escalation/de-escalation clause permits price adjustments with detailed documentation requirements.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The contract term is one year, with options to extend for up to three additional years, not exceeding four years total. The State reserves the right to award multiple vendors per item to best meet state interests, focusing on vocational applications across various truck classes. Bidders must provide comprehensive pricing, including base unit prices and costs for optional features such as extended warranties, service plans, additional equipment, and specialized components. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the pricing structure allows for significant customization and flexibility in vendor proposals. The procurement covers a wide range of truck configurations, including models for different operational needs such as a 19,500 lb GVWR truck, a 25,500 lb non-CDL truck, a 37,000 lb vocational truck, a 58,000 lb vocational truck, and a 54,000 lb truck with fifth wheel and manual transmission.