Description
The Idaho State Department of Agriculture is seeking bids for the purchase of four Cab-Chassis Flatbed Trucks with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of 19,500 or 19,550 pounds. The trucks must meet detailed specifications, including a diesel engine, exhaust brake, and four-wheel drive. The vehicles will be used for survey and sampling of grasshopper and cricket outbreaks, and must be capable of transporting large amounts of cargo. The contract requires delivery within 120 days of receipt of order, and the state may accept delivery dates outside the desired date if it is in the best interest of the state. Key features and requirements include:
* GVWR of 19,500 or 19,550 pounds
* Diesel engine
* Exhaust brake
* Four-wheel drive
* Flatbed upfit with stake pockets and rub rails
* Gooseneck hitch and bumper pull hitch
* Steel headache rack and 360-degree strobing light
* Waterproof underbody lockable steel toolboxes
* LED lights and black mudflaps
* Compliance with state and federal regulations for emissions and safety
* Warranty and maintenance requirements
* Delivery and installation requirements
The bid must include a fully completed and signed Submittal Form A, and a Submittal Form B with pricing information. The state reserves the right to request additional information to verify and validate the price proposed.