This Benton County, Arkansas procurement seeks a mixed fleet of heavy‑duty vehicles, with the primary focus on two three‑quarter‑ton 4×4 ex‑cab trucks that meet detailed specifications (V‑8 engine ≥ 6.0 L, 4‑wheel drive, white paint, HVAC, etc.). The bid was opened via Zoom on February 28, 2022, and the contract was later awarded to Superior Automotive Group. The solicitation encourages participation from small, minority‑ and women‑owned businesses and requires bidders to submit both hard‑copy and electronic copies of their proposals.
• Scope: Supply of two ¾‑ton ex‑cab trucks plus additional vehicles (graders, dump trucks, service truck, pickups, boom mower).
• Requirements: Detailed technical specs for the trucks; bidders must provide pricing, vendor references, and conflict‑of‑interest disclosures.
• Process: Open competition with an addendum shifting the bid opening date; submission deadline coincides with the Zoom opening at 2:00 PM on Feb 28, 2022.