Semi-Truck

The state and local contract opportunity is for the procurement of up to six new or pre-owned Sleeper Cab Semi-Trucks by Arkansas State University Newport (ASUN) through the State's Office of State Procurement. The vehicles will be used for ASUN's Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training Program. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) specifies minimum technical requirements for the trucks, including model year, engine, transmission, mileage, and warranty. ASUN will conduct inspections and test drives of the vehicles prior to purchase. Bids are due on November 3, 2022, and the contract will be awarded to multiple contractors based on lowest cost. Delivery is requested within 45 business days after ordering, with the option for extended delivery if in the State's best interest. Bidders must provide copies of warranties, service history, and repair history to be considered for the contract award.

The contract opportunity does not specify any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified. The IFB indicates the contract will be a firm contract with a flexible start date, and the State may make unilateral adjustments to the start date up to three months forward. While the total contract value is not provided, the procurement is for up to six Semi-Trucks, though the exact number and total budget range are not disclosed.