Semi-truck CAB & chassis

The Idaho Department of Fish & Game is requesting quotes for the purchase and delivery of one semi-truck cab and chassis, with quotes due September 17, 2026 under RFQ #1430. The vehicle must accommodate a 3,000-gallon frame-mounted fish transportation tank and operate on diverse Idaho road conditions including interstate highways and gravel mountain roads.

The specification is prescriptive: Kenworth T880 or equal, Cummins X15 565 diesel engine, 18 Endurant automated transmission, with detailed requirements for axles, suspension, brakes, wheels, tires, and operational equipment including fire extinguishers, CB radios, GPS systems, and air horns. The truck must be white with standard interior colors. A factory-authorized repair and warranty service facility must be located within 100 miles of the delivery location (IDFG Nampa Regional Office).

The warranty is one year covering all parts, labor, equipment, and freight, with a three-year frame warranty against workmanship defects. The contractor must provide one parts manual and one operation manual at delivery and demonstrate manufacturer authorization as a dealer or authorized reseller.

Award will be made on an all-or-none basis to the responsive and responsible vendor submitting the lowest total cost. The contractor bears all delivery costs (FOB destination, prepaid and allowed) and unloading, with delivery occurring Monday through Thursday between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. local time; seven business days' advance written notice is required. Payment follows Idaho Code 67-2302 upon invoice submission and acceptance.

Acceptance occurs over 30 calendar days following delivery; any discrepancies must be corrected by the contractor at no cost to IDFG. The contractor must maintain Commercial General Liability and Commercial Automobile Liability insurance at $1 million per occurrence/accident, plus Workers Compensation and Employer's Liability at $1 million per accident and disease limits, with the State of Idaho and IDFG named as additional insureds. Certificates of insurance are due within five business days of contract award from A-VII or better rated carriers authorized in Idaho.

Required submittals include a price sheet, signature page, certificate of insurance, and manufacturer brochures or specification sheets, submitted electronically through the IPRO Supplier Portal.