REFRIGERATED TRAILERS

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture Division of Food Distribution is seeking to purchase refrigerated trailers to store USDA food. The request is for one 40' trailer, three 40' trailers with liftgate, one 48' trailer with liftgate, and three 48' trailers. The contract term is a one-time purchase, and the award will be based on the lowest price that meets the specifications. The trailers must have a payload capacity of 55,000 lbs and meet specific product specifications, including refrigeration unit specifications and liftgate specifications. * Key features of the trailers include: * Payload capacity of 55,000 lbs * Refrigeration unit specifications, including EPA CARB compliant engine and 50-gallon fuel tank * Liftgate specifications, including 5,500 lbs capacity and aluminum-knurled platform * Other features, such as insulation, lining, and lighting and electrical systems The contract will be administered by the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, and the vendor will be required to designate a contract manager and customer service point of contact.