This contract awards the purchase of three new ½‑ton, 4‑wheel‑drive crew‑cab short‑bed trucks to a local dealer for Sedgwick County’s fleet. The vehicles must meet detailed factory‑installed specifications, be delivered to the County’s fleet location, and include warranty documentation. The award was made on a lowest‑price basis after an open competitive bid process involving 97 vendors. The selected vendor will supply the trucks at a total delivered price of $122,172, with delivery expected within approximately 8‑10 weeks.
• Scope: Procurement of three ½‑ton 4WD crew‑cab short‑bed trucks (2025 Ram 1500 model) with full factory options and three key sets.
• Procurement Process: Full and open competition; bid deadline April 8 2025, award approved April 23 2025 by the Board of Bids & Contracts.
• Vendor: Allen Samuels of Hutchinson Inc. (dba Allen Samuels Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram), awarded at $122,172 total.