Turnkey Refuse Collection Truck Manufacturing & Assembly

The contract requires the full design, fabrication, and assembly of 16 Class 8 automated side-load refuse trucks, with each unit integrating the cab, chassis, and refuse body into a complete, turnkey vehicle ready for immediate operational deployment. This includes all engineering, manufacturing, and assembly processes necessary to deliver functional and compliant refuse collection trucks that meet operational standards for municipal use. The work encompasses the entire lifecycle of the vehicle from initial design through final testing and delivery, ensuring seamless functionality of automated side-loading systems and structural integrity under heavy-duty use. The solicitation is issued as a subcontract under the NAICS code 336120 for motor vehicle manufacturing, with the City of San Antonio as the contracting entity through the Texas SmartBuy platform. Proposals must be submitted by the deadline of July 24, 2026, and the performance location is not specified but is expected to align with the city’s operational requirements. The contract emphasizes end-to-end responsibility for the supplier, requiring compliance with technical, safety, and timeliness benchmarks to ensure fleet uniformity and reliability for the city’s waste management operations.