F550 or 5500 1.5 Ton Truck, 2WD Extended Cab and Chassis w/132 Inch Utility Body and EHC-4 Auto-Crane (1 Unit)

The contract involves the procurement of a single F550 or 5500 1.5-ton truck, configured as a 2WD extended cab and chassis with a 132-inch utility body and equipped with an EHC-4 auto-crane. The project is overseen by The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California, a public agency operating within California, with a contract value estimated between $70,000 and $90,000. The solicitation was posted on November 6, 2024, with a response deadline of November 20, 2024. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Dominic Villicana, reachable via email or phone. The contract emphasizes adherence to the district’s general conditions, which include requirements for quality, delivery, warranty, insurance, and compliance with federal and district policies. Additionally, the district promotes participation from diverse and disadvantaged business enterprises through its Business Outreach Program, offering bid incentives such as up to a 10 percent price reduction (maximum $25,000) for qualifying small, woman-owned, minority-owned, disabled veteran, and regional businesses. These incentives are designed to encourage equitable participation in procurement processes, with detailed guidelines provided to bidders on eligibility and application procedures. The contract and related documents also include mandatory conflict of interest disclosures to ensure transparency and compliance with applicable laws.