The County of Kern is seeking to purchase six new and unused truck bodies, with the contract being awarded to Douglas Truck Bodies for their overall low quote to specifications. The truck bodies will be manufactured and mounted on 2023 Peterbilt 548 chassis, with a 106" dual-rear-wheel configuration. The bodies will be constructed with superior corrosion-resistant A60 galvannealed steel, with heavy-duty 14 and 18 gauge double panel doors and gas strut supports. The contract includes various features such as a work platform, adjustable shelving, and a ladder rack. The key information to note is the specific design and construction requirements for the truck bodies, as well as the awarding of the contract to Douglas Truck Bodies.
Some key features of the contract include:
* Six new and unused truck bodies
* Manufactured and mounted on 2023 Peterbilt 548 chassis
* 106" dual-rear-wheel configuration
* Constructed with superior corrosion-resistant A60 galvannealed steel
* Heavy-duty 14 and 18 gauge double panel doors
* Gas strut supports
* Work platform
* Adjustable shelving
* Ladder rack