40-FT. INSULATED ARTICULATING TELESCOPIC DEVICE

This solicitation seeks a new 40‑ft insulated articulated telescopic aerial device mounted on a medium‑duty 4×2 chassis for the City of Mobile’s Motor Pool. The City requires delivery FOB Mobile, includes title‑application costs, eight hours of on‑site training, and a 5 % bid bond. The contract will be awarded on an all‑or‑none basis if a single vendor meets all technical, financial, and socio‑economic requirements, with a minimum purchase of two units and a three‑month firm‑price window. Local‑vendor preference applies, and the bid must be submitted in sealed paper form by the deadline. • Primary equipment: 40‑ft insulated articulating telescopic aerial device on a 2025‑or‑newer diesel 4×2 chassis. • Mandatory inclusions: delivery, title‑application fee, 8‑hour training, warranties, and compliance with E‑Verify and Alabama Certificate of Authority (if out‑of‑state). • Evaluation factors: price, delivery speed (as emphasized by Addendum 1), and compliance with local‑vendor and socio‑economic clauses.