Pumper Fire Truck

The Burke County Board of Commissioners in Georgia is soliciting bids for one new commercial-chassis fire department pumper featuring a two-door conventional cab. The manufacturer will serve as the single point of responsibility for the integration and coordination of the chassis, pump, tank, body, and electrical systems. Key technical specifications require a 1,250-gallon-per-minute pump and a minimum 1,000-US-gallon polypropylene water tank, with the system capable of delivering at least 500 gpm from the onboard tank. The completed apparatus must comply with federal and state vehicle requirements as well as the NFPA 1900, 2024 edition standards. Bids are evaluated based on conformity with specifications, total delivered price, delivery schedule, and service and warranty support. The base bid includes the complete apparatus, delivery, and training, with optional add-ons for a Freightliner alternate chassis, a foam proportioning system, direct tank fill, and extended warranties. Submissions must include a signed bid form and a detailed technical response featuring general arrangement drawings, axle loads, and insurance coverage details. Final payment is contingent upon the written acceptance of the finished apparatus by the County.