Heavy Truck Maintenance and Repairs

Dawson County in the state of Georgia is seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors to provide repairs and maintenance services for heavy truck equipment through a guaranteed-pricing annual contract. The contract will be effective upon execution through December 31, 2024, with the option for two additional one-year renewal terms. Vendors must be certified in heavy truck repair or have at least 5 years of relevant experience, be available during normal business hours, and have the capability to respond to emergency calls within 2 hours. Services required include labor, parts, travel, and towing/hauling, with pricing to be submitted on a Vendor's Price Proposal Form. There will not be a pre-bid meeting, and all questions must be submitted in writing by October 3, 2024, with responses posted by October 9, 2024. Bids are due by October 15, 2024, and the anticipated award date is October 17, 2024.

The county does not guarantee a minimum or maximum contract value, but the total spent on the current contract over the past three fiscal years was $90,485.11, $20,318.23, and $64,672.73 respectively. The county provides equal opportunity for all businesses and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, handicap, or veteran status. The contract was awarded to two vendors, Associated Fuel Systems, Inc. and Randall Fire Truck Repairs, LLC, who demonstrated the necessary qualifications and capabilities, including certified diesel and heavy truck technicians, and provided hourly labor rates ranging from $130 to $160.