Description
This solicitation seeks bids for a new three‑quarter‑ton extended‑cab pickup truck equipped with a custom‑spec utility body (Reading Model U98), to be delivered F.O.B. Mobile, Alabama. The vehicle must meet detailed chassis and body requirements—including 14‑gauge steel construction, heavy‑duty doors, shelving, lighting, ladder rack options, and a minimum six‑year limited warranty. Bids are to be submitted sealed by 12:01 PM on June 4 2025, accompanied by a 5 % bid bond, and must comply with local vendor‑preference rules. No award amount or quantity is stipulated; the solicitation allows an approximate range of 2–8 units.
• Required vehicle: ¾‑ton extended‑cab chassis (gasoline) with custom utility body (97.25 in. L × 76 in. W).
• Mandatory specifications: steel gauge, door hardware, shelving capacity, lighting (FMVSS‑compliant), optional ladder rack, paint finishes, undercoating, and a 6‑year limited warranty.
• Submission rules: sealed bid, 5 % bid‑bond, signature of authorized officer, and adherence to Alabama local‑vendor preference.