Rental of Combination Sewer Cleaner Truck

The City of Mesa issued an open‑competition RFP to lease a combination sewer‑cleaner (vacuum) truck for its Water Resources Department. The contract is for a three‑year term, with an optional two‑year renewal and the ability to add a short‑term month‑to‑month extension. Vendors must provide an unmanned truck meeting specific capacity, pump, and safety requirements, maintain local repair facilities, and have at least two years of Arizona experience. The award was split between two qualified Phoenix‑area firms, with a combined annual budget of $270,000. Key contract elements include all‑inclusive unit pricing, strict compliance with insurance and regulatory standards, and detailed performance and reporting obligations. • Scope: Rental/lease of a fully equipped, unmanned combination sewer‑cleaner truck (including delivery, initial fuel/DEF, maintenance, insurance). • Term: 3‑year base period, one optional 2‑year renewal, up to 6‑month month‑to‑month extension. • Evaluation: Minimum‑qualification pass/fail, experience, approach, sustainability, conformance, and price scoring.