Semi-Automated Side Loader

The City of Owensboro in Daviess County, Kentucky, is seeking to procure one (1) new Semi-Automated Side Loader for its Sanitation Department through a competitive sealed bidding process. The procurement requires a 2026 model truck chassis with specific technical specifications, including a Cummins L9 300 HP engine, Allison 3500 RDS automatic transmission, and dual steering capabilities (right-hand and left-hand drive configurations). The vehicle must be a turnkey solid waste collection truck with a 23 cubic yard side loader featuring semi-automated and full eject functionality, constructed with HARDOX 450 steel components and capable of handling 30-100 gallon containers. Bids are due by September 4, 2025, at 3:00 PM CDT, and must be submitted through the Bonfire online portal. Vendors must provide comprehensive manufacturer's product literature, vehicle specification sheets, and adhere to detailed technical requirements including specific hydraulic systems, safety features, and warranty provisions. The City will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specified criteria.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. Bidders must comply with several Kentucky Revised Statutes, including KRS 45A.395 and KRS 45A.343, which require vendors to certify they have not violated specific state tax, labor, and workers' compensation statutes within the past five years. The successful vendor will be required to obtain a City business license within 10 business days of award and provide insurance coverage with minimums of $1,000,000 for Commercial General Liability and Commercial Automobile Liability. While no specific budget range was provided, the procurement is for a single vehicle with comprehensive specifications. The vendor must provide warranty coverage starting from the unit's service date, with extended warranty options available for engine components (5 years/250,000 miles), aftertreatment systems (5 years/300,000 miles), and transmission (5 years/750,000 miles). Pricing must remain firm for a minimum of 60 days after the bid opening.