Sedgwick County, Kansas issued a competitive sealed‑bid solicitation (RFB #24‑0046) for a single 3/4‑ton, 4‑wheel‑drive, extended‑cab truck with a long bed and specific factory‑installed equipment. The county required delivery to its fleet management facility in Wichita, full compliance with detailed vehicle specifications, and proof of insurance meeting substantial liability limits. After the bid deadline, the county’s Board of Bids & Contracts recommended awarding the contract to Parks Motors, whose low bid was $46,271.00. The award is contingent upon the vendor meeting all technical and insurance requirements and delivering the vehicle for inspection and acceptance.
• Scope: purchase of a complete 3/4‑ton truck (V8 engine, automatic transmission, HVAC, power accessories, etc.) with delivery to county fleet office.
• Procurement: lowest responsive bid wins; all bidders must submit a signed response form, price sheet, and required insurance certificates.
• Timeline: bid submission deadline July 23 2024, bid opening July 23 2024, recommendation August 1 2024, final award August 7 2024.