JH26-6: ResolicitCustom fabrication, rigging, and fitting of a crane and flatbed dump bed on a new Western Star 49X equipment delivery truck

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, on behalf of the Division of Wildlife Resources, has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) for a specialized truck equipment modification project. The procurement involves custom fabrication, rigging, and fitting of a crane system and flatbed dump bed on a new Western Star 49X equipment delivery truck. Specific deliverables include procuring and installing a crane system, fabricating and installing a custom flatbed dump bed, and integrating specified storage boxes and additional equipment onto the vehicle. The contract is estimated to be completed within 4 months and must be finalized by June 30, 2026. Vendors are required to guarantee pricing through project completion, and the procurement will result in a single contract award to the lowest cost responsive and responsible bidder. The bid is due on August 20, 2025, with the solicitation initially posted on August 13, 2025.

While the provided documentation does not explicitly outline specific set-aside designations or vendor restrictions, the procurement appears to be open to qualified vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications for truck modification. No incumbent vendors are directly mentioned in the available documents. The solicitation includes detailed attachments such as vendor prerequisites, purchase order terms and conditions, and technical specifications for the Western Star 49X truck, which will be critical for potential bidders. Vendors will need to demonstrate technical capability to perform complex fabrication and installation work, including crane system integration and custom flatbed modifications. Although a specific budget range is not disclosed, the comprehensive nature of the modifications suggests a potentially significant project value. Interested vendors should carefully review the attached technical documents, particularly the scope of work and truck dimension specifications, to prepare a comprehensive and competitive bid.