RFB - FOUR (4) PICKUP TRUCKS

The Cherokee Nation is soliciting bids under Procurement #164875 for the purchase of four new 2026 pickup trucks. The required vehicles must be full-size, 4-wheel drive, crew cab, short bed, 1/2 ton gas models equipped with a tow package, trailer tow mirrors, and a towing capacity of 8,000 lbs. Bidders may propose products that are equal to or better than these specifications, provided they submit complete technical details. The contract will be awarded to the lowest most responsive and responsible bidder, with a specific preference given to Indian-owned firms certified by the Cherokee Nation Tribal Employment Rights Office (TERO). Bids must be submitted using the mandatory bid response sheet and are due by 5:00 p.m. on September 8, 2026. Submissions must include TERO certification if applicable, a conflict of interest disclosure, and certifications regarding debarment, suspension, and contract termination history. The procurement adheres to Buy American Recovery Act provisions, requiring iron, steel, and manufactured goods to be produced in the United States. The successful bidder will be issued a purchase order and must ensure the vehicles are delivered no later than September 18, 2026. All inquiries and submissions are directed to Michelle Parsons in the Cherokee Purchasing Department.