Shop truck with plow

Namekagon Transit, operating under the Sawyer County/LCO Transit Commission in Hayward, Wisconsin, is seeking to procure a new shop truck with a V-style snow plow through a competitive sealed bid process. The procurement involves purchasing one current model year gasoline-powered pickup truck specifically designed to support transit operations in northern rural Wisconsin. The vehicle must meet precise specifications, including a 6.2L or larger gasoline engine, 9,900 lb. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, automatic 4WD transmission, conventional cab with 8-foot bed, white paint, and heavy-duty front bumper. Additional required features include rust proofing, heat/defrost/air conditioning, LED lighting, and electric intermittent wipers. Key procurement dates include July 15, 2022, for written questions and requests for approved equals, with VendorNet responses posted by July 22, 2022. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 a.m. on July 29, 2022, with a public bid opening at 1:00 p.m. the same day, and an intended award date of August 5, 2022.

The contract is funded through Federal Section 5311 capital grant monies totaling $65,000, with a requirement for compliance with various federal provisions. Bidders must acknowledge federal clauses including Buy America Act requirements, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) certifications, Equal Employment Opportunity standards, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) provisions. The procurement includes specific compliance obligations for debarment, suspension certifications, and civil rights requirements. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest cost that meets all specified requirements. Namekagon Transit reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will consider submissions for 30 days from the opening date. The successful vendor will be responsible for all warranty work, with a penalty of $25.00 per day for any delivery delays beyond the specified timeline. All bids must be submitted in U.S. dollars and include manufacturer's warranty information and detailed vehicle literature.