The City of Mobile issued a sealed competitive solicitation (Bid No. 5609) for the purchase of one to three new 8‑cubic‑yard rear‑loader garbage trucks (2021 or newer Isuzu NRR chassis or equal) complete with body, a five‑year service plan, extended warranties, and training. The contract will be awarded on an “all‑or‑none” basis to a single vendor that meets all technical and administrative requirements, including a 5 % bid bond (if required) and compliance with social/economic disadvantaged participation thresholds for contracts over $50,000. Bids were due by 11:00 AM on September 3, 2021, and must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the City’s purchasing office. The city is exempt from state and local sales tax, and federal excise tax is not to be included.