The City of Mobile issued a sealed‑bid solicitation for one or more 2019‑or‑newer 16,000 lb GVW crew‑cab 4×2 trucks equipped with a drop‑side contractor dump body and awarded the contract to Autonation Ford for $53,180.50. The solicitation required detailed vehicle specifications, mandatory delivery of four coded electronic keys per vehicle, provision of full factory documentation, a minimum three‑year warranty, and optional 5‑year/75,000‑mile service plans from a national provider. Bids were due by 11:15 AM on 14 Dec 2018, and the award was subject to an “All‑or‑None” basis with the possibility of extending the contract for two additional model years.
• Vehicle spec: 2019‑or‑newer Ford F‑450 (or equal) crew‑cab, 16,000 lb GVW, contractor dump body with drop side.
• Mandatory deliverables: four coded electronic keys, factory literature, warranty, and optional service plan.
• Procurement details: sealed competitive bidding, 5 % bid bond, minimum 15 % socially/economically disadvantaged participation for contracts > $50k.
• Award: Autonation Ford, award amount $53,180.50; quantity range 1‑10 units.