CUSTOM FIRE ENGINE FOR THE HAWAI'I FIRE DEPARTMENT, COUNTY OF HAWAI'I

The County of Hawai'i, specifically the Hawai'i Fire Department, is soliciting bids under solicitation number 27-0070 for the procurement of one custom stock fire engine. The objective is to ensure reliable emergency response capabilities through the delivery of a fully assembled vehicle featuring a specialized fire service cab, a ten-gauge polished stainless steel bumper, a bright aluminum treadplate gravel pan, and specific safety markings and color-coded discharge outlet tags. Bids must be submitted electronically via the OpenGov Procurement Portal by November 11, 2026. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, with evaluation based on technical compliance, vendor capability, and the ability to meet all prescribed specifications. The vendor is allowed a maximum of 365 calendar days for delivery from the date of the official Notice to Proceed. Performance includes an in-person pre-delivery inspection at the vendor's site and final acceptance upon delivery to the Hawai'i Fire Department in Hilo, Hawaii. Key requirements include adherence to AWS welding standards and the presence of a certified welding inspector on-site. While no federal funds, bid bonds, or performance bonds are required, contractors must provide tax clearance for payments exceeding 25,000 dollars and comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. Payments are processed within 30 days following the acceptance of goods by the Officer-in-Charge and authorization by the chief procurement officer.