New Type I Ambulance on a 4500 or 5500 chassis

Colquitt County, Georgia is seeking sealed bids for the procurement of one new Type I Ambulance mounted on either a 4500 or 5500 chassis for use by Colquitt County Emergency Medical Service. The ambulance must feature a diesel-powered chassis with a 6.6L V-8 engine producing 300 horsepower, automatic transmission, four-wheel drive capability, anti-lock disc brakes, dual alternators, and heated power-adjusted mirrors. The custom aluminum modular body must measure 169 inches in length, 96 inches in width, and 72 inches in height, with comprehensive specifications for both exterior and interior features as detailed in the bid packet. Sealed bids must be submitted to the Colquitt County Purchasing Agent office at 101 East Central Avenue, Room 206, Moultrie, Georgia 31768, or mailed to P.O. Box 517, Moultrie, Georgia 31776-0517, with a submission deadline of Thursday, October 30, 2025, at 10:00 a.m., at which time bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bidders should direct technical questions to Lena Mercer, Purchasing Agent (229-616-7087 or lena.mercer@colquittcountyga.gov); Amy Williams, EMS Director (229-891-9277 or awilliams@colquittregional.com); or Mac Lawson, Maintenance Superintendent (229-616-7469 or mac.lawson@colquittcountyga.gov). No bids may be withdrawn for thirty days after the submission deadline.

Pricing should be submitted for two distinct payment options: one price if paid by purchase order with delivery to Colquitt County (payable thirty days after delivery) and a separate price if paid with a county purchasing card (processable immediately upon delivery). Bids must include any applicable county government discounts, a comprehensive list of standard equipment included in the bid price, detailed warranty information, equipment identification, and estimated delivery dates. The bid packet does not identify any set-aside designations, restrictions on bidder type, or incumbent vendors, nor does it reference specific funding amounts, sources, or total award values. The Colquitt County Board of Commissioners reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids and to waive any formalities in the procurement process. No site visits or bidders' meetings are mentioned in the available documentation.