JH26-2 Custom fabrication, rigging, and fitting of a crane and flatbed dump bed on a new Western Star 49X equipment delivery truck

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing, in collaboration with the Division of Wildlife Resources, is seeking a vendor through solicitation JH26-2 to provide comprehensive procurement and installation services for a Western Star 49X delivery truck. The project involves the fabrication and installation of a custom flatbed dump bed, as well as the procurement, rigging, and fitting of designated storage boxes and additional equipment onto the vehicle. The contract is expected to last approximately four months, with a completion deadline on or before June 30, 2025, aligning with the end of the fiscal year 2026. Vendors are required to guarantee their pricing throughout the duration of the project, and the procurement process aims to award a single contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The estimated contract value ranges from $150,000 to $300,000, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and quality. There is no mandatory site visit, and the response deadline for proposals is July 28, 2025. The project is designated as a solicitation open to qualified vendors, with the goal of securing a comprehensive solution for outfitting the specified vehicle with custom equipment and structural modifications. More details and the opportunity to respond are available through the provided online portal.