IFB #504-26 Upfitted 1.5 Ton Medium Duty Truck

The Dawson County Board of Commissioners is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase and upfitting of a 1.5 Ton Medium Duty Truck, specifically a 2027 Ford Super Duty Chassis Crew Cab or a 2026 Ram 5500 Tradesman. The scope of work includes the base vehicle and comprehensive upfitting, featuring a Kanpheide 700 series steel body, a 100-gallon aluminum fuel transfer tank with a 20 GPM pump, and specific amber and white safety lighting. Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope to the Purchasing Manager in Dawsonville, Georgia, by the deadline of December 3, 2026. Award decisions will be based on the vendor's responsiveness and responsibility, with a focus on technical capability, past performance, financial resources, and compliance with the E-Verify program. Required documentation includes a contractor's affidavit, a non-collusion affidavit, a drug-free workplace affidavit, and a legal and character qualifications form. The selected vendor must maintain general liability insurance of at least $1,000,000 per incident and automobile insurance of $500,000, naming the Dawson County Board of Commissioners as additionally insured. Payment is issued on a NET/30 basis following the receipt of a correct invoice.