Replacement of cargo box and liftgate

Charles County Public Schools is soliciting quotations for removal and replacement of a cargo box and liftgate on a Ford F-450 dual rear wheel delivery truck (VIN: 1FDUF4GT3HEE65485), with quotations due October 27, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST. This is a one-time purchase and installation project.

CCPS actively encourages Certified Minority Business Enterprises to respond. Questions are due October 13, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST. Site visits may be arranged by contacting Carletta Grier at 301/934-7337 during business hours (8:00 AM–3:30 PM, Monday–Friday).

The scope requires removal and disposal of the existing cargo body with liftgate and furnish and installation of a new dry freight cargo body with heavy-duty aluminum liftgate. The cargo body must measure 16'6" to 17' in length with minimum 96" width and 100" height, feature aluminum construction with plywood-lined interior, galvanized side posts, laminated hardwood floor, roll-up rear door, and cargo securement points. The liftgate must have minimum 2,500-pound capacity with commercial-duty aluminum platform design suitable for palletized paper deliveries. The scope includes all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, delivery, installation, testing, permits if applicable, insurance, and disposal services.

All vendors must obtain and maintain comprehensive insurance coverage: commercial general liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, business auto liability of $1,000,000 per accident, workers' compensation with statutory benefits, and umbrella excess liability of $1,000,000 per occurrence, with CCPS named as additional insured. Vendors must comply with federal, state, and local non-discrimination requirements, Maryland tobacco and alcohol/drug-free environment policies, and registered sex offender restrictions for school work.

Pricing must be firm-fixed with no price increases permitted after RFQ closing. Quotations must remain valid for ninety days following closing. Payment terms are net 30 days after satisfactory performance and acceptance. Award will be made to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor. Submissions must include Quote Submission Signature Page, Business Relationship Affidavit, Specifications and Pricing Information Sheet, professional references, and W-9 forms, sent via email to cgrier@ccboe.com or fax to 301/934-7247.