Refrigerated Box Truck - Class 6 - New or Used

The State of Maine Department of Administrative and Financial Services, Office of State Procurement Services, is seeking to procure one refrigerated box truck for the Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry through Request for Quotations (RFQ) #01A 250825-048. The solicitation requires a Class 6 truck (GVWR between 19,501 and 26,000 lbs) that is either new or used, with specific detailed requirements including a preference for diesel fuel, at least 16' cargo room, a 3,000 lbs capacity liftgate, air conditioning, air suspension, air brakes, and a backup alarm. The truck must be a 2020 model year or newer with fewer than 110,000 miles. Bids must be submitted through the state's e-Procurement system AdvantageME/Vendor Self Service (VSS) by September 9, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. local time, with a required delivery date of October 15, 2025. The evaluation will be conducted on a Best Value basis, with primary criteria focusing on conformity to specifications, followed by lowest price. The state reserves the right to negotiate additional unit purchases at the bid price for six months after the award.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises are explicitly mentioned in the document. Bidders are required to complete a Responsible Bidder Form to certify their eligibility and compliance with legal and ethical standards. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement indicates that the actual purchase will depend on bid results and departmental budget availability. There is no guaranteed award, and the state maintains flexibility in the procurement process. Vendors must provide a unit price, estimated delivery days, and may include additional comments with their submission. The solicitation allows for potential future negotiations and does not commit to purchasing any specific number of units beyond the initial truck being sought.