Detention Center Utility Body Truck

The Kenton County Fiscal Court is soliciting proposals for the purchase, installation, and delivery of a 2027 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 4WD Crew Cab truck equipped with a utility body, such as a Reading 98ASW SL or similar model. The vehicle must be delivered F.O.B. Destination to the Public Works Department in Independence, Kentucky, in a condition that is complete and ready for service. Key technical requirements include a Class V receiver hitch, a 7-way RV trailer plug, a 97 decibel backup alarm, and a specific lighting package featuring a Federal Signal Allegiant amber strobe warning lightbar and Federal Micropulse Ultra LED strobes. The awarded vendor must provide a one-year warranty for installation work and certify that all modifications comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder who meets all specifications, with evaluation factors including adherence to requirements, vendor qualifications, delivery dates, product quality, and warranty provisions. Bidders must submit their proposals through the OpenGov eProcurement Portal by November 17, 2026. Mandatory insurance requirements include Commercial General Liability and Automobile Liability of 1,000,000 dollars each, and Worker's Compensation of 500,000 dollars. Additionally, the contractor must comply with the Kentucky Human Rights Act, Equal Employment Opportunity standards, and the Occupational Safety and Health Act. All completed vehicles are subject to inspection and approval by the Kenton County Fleet Department.