The City of Chico awarded a contract to Corning Ford Inc. for the purchase of two 2019 or newer Ford F-150 4x2 supercab trucks. The contract was awarded on May 7, 2020, with a total base bid of $57,233.49. The contract includes a 5% local vendor preference. The scope of work includes the delivery of the trucks as soon as awarded. Key points to consider:
• The contract was awarded to Corning Ford Inc. as the only bidder.
• The bid amount is in line with what the bids should have come in at, according to the Director of Public Works - Operations & Maintenance.
• The contract includes a 5% local vendor preference, pursuant to Chico Municipal Code Section 3.16.070.
• The scope of work includes the delivery of the trucks as soon as awarded.