Description
The Town of Hampton, NH is seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors to supply a new aerial ladder fire apparatus. The truck must meet NFPA 1901 standards, feature a minimum 100‑ft aerial ladder, a 1500 GPM fire pump, and a full complement of ground ladders and hose storage. Only a single‑source manufacturer may be used, and the vendor must provide UL certification, detailed “as‑built” documentation on USB, and a performance bond equal to 100 % of the award. Delivery must occur under the truck’s own power, with the vendor covering travel for up to three Town officials for a pre‑delivery inspection. The contract includes an eight‑hour on‑site training program and requires the manufacturer to maintain a service facility within reasonable distance for the projected 30‑year service life.
• Bid Number: 2026‑014 – Aerial Ladder Truck
• Publication: 10 Jun 2026; Bid opening: 20 Jul 2026, 3:00 pm
• Sealed bids due: 19 Jul 2026, 3:00 pm at Town Office, 100 Winnacunnet Rd, Hampton, NH 03842
• Mandatory performance bond: 100 % of award amount
• Required certifications: NFPA 1901 compliance, UL aerial certification, manufacturer’s written certification
• Delivery: under own power; vendor pays travel for up to three officials for factory inspection
• Training: minimum 8 hours for fire department personnel
• Warranty/Service: vendor must maintain a factory service facility for the 30‑year life of the apparatus
• Insurance: minimum $1 M general liability, $5 M aggregate, $1 M auto, $25 M umbrella, workers’ comp, professional liability as detailed in Attachment A.