Sleeper Cab Semi-Truck

This state and local contract opportunity issued by the Arkansas State Department of Transformation and Shared Services Office of State Procurement (TSS OSP) on behalf of Arkansas State University Mountain Home (ASUMH) is for the procurement of up to two (2) Sleeper Cab Semi-Trucks, one (1) with an Automatic transmission and one (1) with a Manual transmission. The Semi-Trucks will be used by ASUMH for a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Training Program. The Invitation for Bid (IFB) specifies that the Semi-Trucks must meet certain minimum requirements, including model year 2019 or newer, Cummins X15 engine with 450 bhp or greater, 10 or 12-speed transmission, air ride suspension, and a mileage of 500,000 miles or less. Bidders must provide detailed specifications, mileage, pictures, service history, and repair history with their bid submission. The Semi-Trucks must have a new DOT inspection and be test driven by ASUMH prior to purchase. The delivery of the Semi-Trucks is requested within 31 business days after the order is placed, and the State will accept a 30-day total satisfaction return policy. The bid opening is scheduled for April 10, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time.

The contract opportunity does not appear to include any specific small business, minority-owned, or women-owned business set-aside requirements. The documentation does not provide any details on the listed incumbent vendors or current contractors, nor does it specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The available information does not indicate the potential award value or budget range for this procurement.