Crane Body Upfit for Ford F-550 Service Truck for the Department of Public Works

The City of Indianapolis and Marion County Department of Public Works is soliciting quotes under RFQ-14DPW-1834 for a Crane Body Upfit for a Ford F-550 Service Truck. The City will provide the vehicle, and the contractor is responsible for the complete upfit, which must meet or exceed the specifications of a Knapheide KMT1-11R 11 Ft. Crane Body or an approved equal. Key technical requirements include an AutoCrane HC-7 rating, specific hydraulic systems, LED lighting, and a master lock system. All work must comply with current OSHA and ANSI standards, with strict requirements for electrical soldering, the use of auto-reset circuit breakers, and high-quality continuous welds. The submission deadline is September 30, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time, with quotes submitted via the OpenGov portal or hard copy to the City County Purchasing Division. To avoid being deemed non-responsive, vendors must provide a completed nepotism form, official manufacturer literature, warranty statements, and proof of being a licensed Indiana motor vehicle dealer. The contract is a term agreement and includes liquidated damages of 25 dollars per day per unit for delivery delays. Awarded vendors must adhere to minority, women, veteran, and disability-owned business enterprise participation goals and accept payment via check, purchasing card, or ACH. No bid or performance bonds are required, but the contractor must indemnify the City and Marion County against claims arising from negligent acts or defects.