HSWE 20 Cubic Yard Rear Loading Refuse Truck Bid Packet

The Hopkinsville Solid Waste Enterprise is soliciting bids for a 20 Cubic Yard Rear-Loading Refuse Truck. The bid invitation includes the following key details: **Bid Details:** * Bid Number: 2026-01-001 * Bid Opening: March 9, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. * Bid Submission: Sealed bids must be delivered to the Hopkinsville Solid Waste Enterprise at PO Box 569, 5663 Mount Zoar Latham Road, Hopkinsville, KY 42240. * Bid Packet: Available on the City's website at www.hopkinsvilleky.us. **Truck Specifications:** * 20 Cubic Yard Rear-Loading Refuse Truck * Chassis: Minimum 33,000 lbs GVWR, diesel engine, 300-350 HP, 660 lb-ft torque, and heavy-duty automatic transmission. * Rear-Load Specifications: Safety equipment, including audible alarm. * Warranty Requirements: Minimum 3 years/36,000 miles for chassis, 5 years/100,000 miles for engine, and 3 years/unlimited miles for transmission. **Evaluation Criteria:** * Compliance with specifications * Total cost * Warranty coverage * Delivery schedule * Vendor qualifications and references * Availability of service and parts **Terms and Conditions:** * The contract must be executed within two weeks of award. * Payment will be made within 60 calendar days of satisfactory completion of delivery. * The contract may be terminated by either party with 15 calendar days' written notice. * The Hopkinsville Solid Waste Enterprise reserves the right to reject any and all bids. **Delivery Requirements:** * The vendor shall provide service manuals, parts manuals, and warranty documentation. * Delivery location: Heil Plant, Fort Payne, AL by April 19th, 2026. Overall, the bid invitation is seeking a qualified vendor to provide a 20 Cubic Yard Rear-Loading Refuse Truck that meets the specified requirements, with a focus on compliance, cost, warranty, and delivery schedule.