1-Ton Flatbed Pickup with Rear Lift Gate

The County of Kern issued a quotation request for a 1-ton flatbed pickup with a rear lift gate. The request specified various requirements, including a 6.0 L gas engine, heavy-duty automatic transmission, and a lift gate with a minimum load capacity of 1600 lbs. Penske Chevrolet was awarded the contract with a total price of $464,055.56. The vehicle is to be delivered within 180-270 days, and the pricing is firm through the model year cut-off date of April 30, 2023. Key features of the awarded vehicle include a 2022 Chevy 3500HD Reg. Chassis Cab, 2WD model, 36mos/36,000 mile bumper-to-bumper warranty, and a standard aluminum tailgate. • The vehicle must meet specific specifications, including a 12-foot flatbed with removable panels and a headache rack with tool holders. • The lift gate must have dual controls and a minimum load capacity of 1600 lbs. • The vehicle must be delivered within 180-270 days, and the pricing is firm through the model year cut-off date of April 30, 2023. • The contract includes a local vendor preference, with a preference amount of $501,180.00. • The contract requires the vendor to provide warranty work certification to a local shop or provide mobile service to the county's facility to make repairs.