Truck Mounted Dump Body with Fold Down/Drop Down Sides

The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), specifically District Three located in Chipley, Florida, is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of two truck mounted dump bodies with fold down/drop down sides through Invitation to Bid (ITB) DOT-ITB-26-3008-SC. The procurement targets two dump bodies to be mounted onto FDOT-supplied 2025 Ford F-550 truck chassis, with specific technical requirements including 11-foot-long fold-down/drop-down steel sides, a minimum side height of 12 inches, and comprehensive technical specifications. Bidders must submit four copies of their proposal, with the bid due on October 14, 2025, at 10:00 AM, followed by a public opening at 10:30 AM, and an intended award posting on October 21, 2025. The successful vendor will be responsible for picking up the chassis from District-3 headquarters, installing the dump bodies, and returning the completed units within a 6-month timeframe. Key qualifications include mandatory vendor registration in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system, and the dump body manufacturer must have been in business constructing dump bodies for at least 12 consecutive months, with a minimum of five dump bodies previously constructed.

Vendors must comply with various state requirements, including providing a drug-free workplace certification, E-Verify compliance, and an affidavit regarding scrutinized companies lists. The ITB includes provisions for an in-state vendor preference and specifies that all equipment must be new, with no reconditioned or used parts accepted. Bidders are required to provide four copies of the manufacturer's service manual and an electronic copy, along with a warranty against defective design, materials, and workmanship. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves two complete dump body installations on provided truck chassis. The opportunity covers jurisdictions including Wakulla County and Clewiston City, and is open to vendors meeting the comprehensive technical and compliance requirements outlined in the ITB. Potential respondents should carefully review all documentation and ensure full compliance with the detailed specifications and state procurement guidelines to be considered for the contract.