Two (2) Three-Yard Pickup Dump Trucks

The Long Beach Public Utilities Department is soliciting bids on two three-yard pickup dump trucks under ITB UD-26-312, with bids due March 11, 2026 at 11:00 a.m. A 10% local-vendor preference applies to Long Beach-based businesses meeting local preference criteria, applied as a bid price reduction for evaluation purposes only.

The scope calls for current model year, gasoline-powered vehicles with Ford F-550 4X2 chassis or approved equals, featuring 7.3L engines and 10-speed automatic transmissions. Required features include backup cameras, emergency lighting systems, and comprehensive safety and comfort specifications detailed in UD-26-312. Delivery is required to the Operations Service Center at 1731 East 33rd Street, Long Beach, California within the 18-month contract period from Notice to Proceed. All vehicles must be delivered fully serviced with three-quarters full fuel tanks, valid California vehicle registration, certified weight slips, and compliance documentation with South Coast Air Quality Management District and all safety standards.

The contract includes a 5-year/unlimited-hour bumper-to-bumper warranty with zero deductible commencing when LBPUD places the vehicles in service. Bidders must submit pricing electronically through the Long Beach Buys portal and include all delivery costs and associated fees; sales tax is excluded. A bid bond equal to 10% of the bid amount must accompany the bid or be delivered by March 11, 2026.

Awarded contractors must possess a current Long Beach business license and seller's permit, be registered with the California Secretary of State, and maintain comprehensive general liability ($1 million combined single limit), automobile liability ($500,000 combined single limit), and workers' compensation insurance. Factory-qualified operator training is required within 45 days of receipt, and the manufacturer must participate in a post-bid planning meeting at no cost within 30 days of award. Written questions are due March 3, 2026 at 11:00 a.m., with responses posted by March 5, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.