The County of Kern issued a Quotation Request for a new and unused, most current model 1-ton truck chassis with a box bed. The contract was awarded to Penske Chevrolet, who submitted the lowest quote that met the specifications. The truck must have a 20' long box, a lift gate, and meet certain safety and performance standards. The contract includes a 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a 5-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The vendor must also provide parts and service within 72 hours. Key features of the truck include a diesel engine, automatic transmission, air conditioning, and a factory-installed AM/FM Bluetooth radio.
• The truck must have a GVWR of at least 19,500 lbs
• The truck must have a diesel engine with at least 210 HP
• The truck must have an automatic transmission
• The truck must have a lift gate
• The truck must have a 20' long box with a rear door opening of at least 88" wide and 85.25" high
• The vendor must provide parts and service within 72 hours