Heavy Duty Dump Trucks

Howard County, Maryland, is seeking a qualified supplier to provide heavy-duty dump body trucks on an as-needed basis, with the goal of acquiring new motor vehicles for various county departments. The procurement process, identified as solicitation number IFB 2025-24, involves sourcing vehicles that may be factory ordered, obtained from a bailment pool, or sourced from the contractor’s existing inventory, whether inbound or on the lot. The contract size is estimated to range between 800,000 and 1.6 million dollars, reflecting the potential volume and value of the purchases. The county emphasizes compliance with various legal and ethical standards, requiring bidders to submit affidavits affirming non-collusion, conflict of interest, bribery convictions, discrimination, and adherence to Maryland investment and election laws. Additionally, bidders must complete forms related to veteran-owned business enterprise certification and subcontract participation. The contractual framework is governed by specific terms and conditions outlined in Howard County’s purchase order documents, which stipulate requirements for invoicing, delivery, warranties, indemnification, and liability. These documents serve as binding agreements ensuring that all procurement activities adhere to established legal, procedural, and quality standards. The procurement process is managed through the Office of Procurement and Contract Administration, with a primary point of contact being Shelley Liby. Interested vendors are encouraged to review the detailed documentation and submit their bids by the response deadline of December 18, 2024. The overall objective is to ensure the county acquires reliable, compliant, and high-quality heavy-duty trucks to support its operational needs across various departments.