Purchase of Water Tank Truck

Kaufman County is requesting sealed bids for a water tank truck (Premier Water Tank 4000WT 2026 with 4,000-gallon capacity mounted on a Peterbilt 548 chassis) with bids due August 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. and questions due August 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m.

The scope includes the combined unit with specified factory and dealer options: mechanical water pump with oil cooler, spray heads, lubed reel with hose, cab-mounted water level gauge, backup camera, beacon lights, and LED brake lights. The vendor must provide a three-year complete tank warranty. Delivery is to 100 North Washington Street, Kaufman, Texas 75142.

Pricing must be all-inclusive of all specified options, freight, and delivery costs. Kaufman County is exempt from federal excise and sales taxes, personal property taxes, and ad valorem taxes; therefore, no taxes shall be included in bid proposals. Award will be made by the Kaufman County Commissioners Court based on a combination of lowest price, availability, and turnaround time.

Respondents must provide three references from government or commercial customers, complete a Safety Record Questionnaire, submit a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, and certify compliance with federal and state nondiscrimination and antitrust laws. Within ten days of award notification, the selected vendor must submit a completed Certificate of Interested Parties Form 1295, a Kaufman County Vendor Registration Packet, and warranty documents. The contract is governed by Texas law and the Uniform Commercial Code. The response period is valid for ninety calendar days from the solicitation due date. Kaufman County reserves the right to reject any or all responses, waive technicalities, or award multiple contracts if deemed in its best interest.