Purchase and Installation of Accessories for Chevy Pickups

The Jackson County Department of Transportation (JCDOT) has issued Request for Bids #182 for the purchase and installation of accessories for six 2026 Chevy 2500 Silverado crew cab pickup trucks. The comprehensive procurement seeks vendor proposals that include both product acquisition and installation of specific accessories such as custom light bars, control boxes, cab guards, floor mats, snowplow equipment, tool boxes, mud flaps, distance measuring instruments, and additional lighting components. Key project dates include October 14, 2025, as the deadline for vendor questions, with final bids due by 10:00 AM EST on October 21, 2025. The trucks are scheduled for delivery in February 2026, with total project completion expected by June 2026. Evaluation criteria will focus on selecting the most responsible bidder whose proposal is most advantageous to the county, considering both pricing and overall qualifications. Bidders must submit comprehensive pricing that covers both product costs and installation fees for each line item, and provide detailed references and company qualifications. The county reserves the right to accept or reject any submitted bids.

The contract appears to be open to all qualified vendors without specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises. Jackson County has structured this as a non-exclusive contract, maintaining flexibility to obtain similar goods or services from alternative sources if needed. The procurement requires successful contractors to maintain specific insurance coverages and comply with civil rights regulations. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the comprehensive nature of the procurement suggests a moderate-sized contract covering six vehicles with extensive accessorization. The contract will require vendors to demonstrate technical capability to modify and equip Chevy 2500 Silverado crew cab pickups with specialized transportation department equipment. Vendors must be prepared to complete all work at their own designated facility, with the understanding that the final equipped vehicles will meet Jackson County Department of Transportation's operational specifications.