22K GVW Regular Cab and Chassis Straight Truck

The City of Omaha is seeking bids for a 22,000 GVW Regular Cab and Chassis Straight Truck, with the solicitation identified as CI-2025-0068, posted on April 9, 2025, and closing on April 23, 2025. Qualified vendors are required to submit their proposals along with a bid bond or an acceptable substitute, such as a certified check, cashier’s check, or U.S. Government Bond, payable to the City of Omaha. The bid bond must be issued by a surety licensed in Nebraska and listed on the current Circular 570 of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. Original bid bond documents are to be received by the City Clerk within seven days of bid closing. Bidders are encouraged to submit questions via the designated Questions tab, with responses provided within one day of the cutoff. The procurement process emphasizes strict compliance with detailed instructions outlined in the City's Bid Instructions, which include requirements for bid security, bidder representations, clarification procedures, and restrictions on communication during the bidding period. Additionally, contractors must submit affidavits attesting to compliance with the Nebraska Employee Classification Act, Fair Labor Standards, and immigration verification laws, including completion of federal I-9 forms and use of E-Verify. Several responsible contractor compliance forms related to ADA and contractor responsibility are also part of the submission process. The contract size is estimated between $500,000 and $1,500,000, and the project will be performed within the state of Nebraska under the jurisdiction of Douglas County. The primary contact for this solicitation is Tamara Hibbert, and further details can be accessed through the provided online link. Overall, the bid process is structured to ensure transparency, legal compliance, and responsible contracting standards for the procurement of these trucks.