Current Model 4WD 3/4 Ton Crew Cab Battalion Truck

Sedgwick County issued a Request for Bid (RFB #22‑0073) to acquire a single new 2023 Ford F250 4‑wheel‑drive, ¾‑ton crew‑cab battalion truck for Fire District 1, including a complete set of manuals. After an open competition with 95 invited vendors, only Rusty Eck Ford, Inc. submitted a responsive bid and was awarded the contract for a delivered price of $68,917. The procurement required the vendor to be a Kansas‑licensed dealer, provide insurance meeting specific limits, and deliver the vehicle to the fire department’s address in Wichita. The contract was approved by the Board of County Commissioners on 16 Nov 2022, with an order cut‑off of 16 Dec 2022 and an estimated delivery window of 18‑24 weeks. • One new 2023 Ford F250 (4WD, ¾‑ton, crew‑cab) with required equipment and manuals. • Competitive bid process (95 vendors invited, single responsive bid). • Awarded to Rusty Eck Ford, Inc. for $68,917 (vehicle + $220 manuals). • Delivery FOB to 1021 W Stillwell St., Wichita, KS; order must be placed by 16 Dec 2022. • Insurance, dealer licensure, and warranty documentation required.