The Sedgwick County Purchasing Department issued a competitive Request for Bid (RFB # 25‑0029) for four (4) new 3/4‑ton, 4‑wheel‑drive, single‑wheel rear‑axle, crew‑cab, long‑bed trucks to be used by the County’s Fleet Management/Public Works division. After receiving bids from 97 vendors, the Board of County Commissioners approved the award to Parks Motors for a total price of $191,720. The contract requires delivered, factory‑installed trucks meeting detailed specifications (engine, chassis, cabin features, accessories, warranty, etc.) and delivery to the county fleet office in Wichita. Payment will be made after invoicing; insurance coverage must meet specified limits. The procurement followed full and open competition guidelines, with bid submission due April 15 2025 and award finalized May 14 2025.
• Scope: Purchase and delivery of four heavy‑duty pickup trucks meeting exact configuration.
• Procurement: Full‑open competition, RFB to 97 vendors, award to Parks Motors at $47,930 per unit.
• Requirements: Delivered price, specific vehicle features, insurance (CGL $500k‑$1M, auto $1M), warranty, and county inspection prior to acceptance.