REPLACEMENT OF CARGO BOX AND LIFTGATE

Charles County Public Schools (CCPS) is soliciting quotations under RFQ RCBLG-2627 for the removal and disposal of an existing cargo body and liftgate and the subsequent installation of a new dry freight cargo body and heavy-duty liftgate on a Ford F-450 dual rear wheel delivery truck. The scope of work includes providing all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to install an aluminum cargo body with a plywood-lined interior, laminated hardwood floor, and a roll-up rear door, along with a heavy-duty aluminum liftgate with a minimum 2,500 lb capacity. The contractor must also integrate all electrical components, including LED lighting and a backup alarm. The award will be granted to the lowest responsive and responsible vendor who submits a complete response, including the required signature page, business relationship affidavit, pricing and delivery sheet, professional references, and a W-9. The contract requires firm-fixed pricing and a performance timeline to be provided by the vendor, with work commencing only upon receipt of an authorized purchase order. Payment terms are net 30 days, and all deliverables are subject to final inspection and acceptance by CCPS. Contractors must maintain comprehensive insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, business auto liability, and umbrella liability, with specific manuscript endorsements and an A.M. Best rating of A- or better. Additionally, vendors must certify they are not debarred from government contracts and comply with criminal background check requirements for personnel accessing school facilities. Quotes are due by October 27, 2026, and can be submitted via email, fax, or physical mail to the CCPS Purchasing Office in La Plata, Maryland.