TRUCK MOUNTED STREET SWEEPER

The City of Mobile’s Motor Pool issued a sealed, all‑or‑none bid (Bid No. 5297) for the purchase of one to three new truck‑mounted dual‑steer street sweepers (Elgin Bear or equal) with a 5‑year service plan for both chassis and sweeper body. The solicitation required a 5 % bid bond, price validity for six months, and a delivery commitment with a loaner provision if the delivery deadline is missed. Vendors had to be E‑Verify compliant, possibly provide a Certificate of Authority if out‑of‑state, and maintain a service center within 20 miles of Mobile Police jurisdiction. The award was made to SANSOM EQUIPMENT CO INC. • Equipment: Dual‑steer street sweeper on a 2019+ Freightliner M2 chassis, hopper ≥ 4.5 cu yd, full LED lighting, hydraulic brooms, auto‑Lube system. • Service: Mandatory 5‑year chassis and body service plans; extended warranties; service center proximity requirement. • Procurement: Sealed bid, 5 % bid bond, all‑or‑none award, price firm for 6 months, delivery FOB Destination, tax‑exempt status.