Award
Iowa Utilities Commission 005-RFB-2500-2026
IUC 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Pickup
Recipient
Karl Auto Group
Award Amount
$51,814.00
Ceiling
$51,814.00
Awarded
March 09, 2026
Identifier
005-RFB-2500-2026
The Iowa Utilities Commission (IUC) awarded Karl Auto Group a contract for a single 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Pickup truck, valued at $51,814.40 USD. The vehicle is intended for electric facility inspections in rural areas, requiring features such as ground clearance, storage capacity, sunroof, built-in navigation, and Bluetooth for safety. This is a one-time purchase with delivery to the Department of Administrative Services in Des Moines, Iowa. The contract specifies compliance with vehicle specifications and includes a detailed bid process. The procurement falls under the state category, with the NAICS code 7200 for trucks including electric and hybrid units. The buyer contact is Rick Tucker, reachable via email and phone. The award is located in Des Moines, Iowa, within Polk County. Potential competitors for similar awards include companies manufacturing trucks and utility vehicles.
Description
Iowa Utilities Commission is seeking bids from dealerships for 1 EA 1500 Crew Cab Short Box 4WD Pickup. Vehicle will be used by Utilities staff for electric facility inspections. The inspections are often in rural areas and require vehicles with adequate ground clearance as well as adequate storage space for inspection equipment. The sunroof is needed to inspect electric facilities within the state. Built-in navigation system and Bluetooth provide additional safety to IUC staff. The selected vehicle has the needed ground clearance, all wheel drive, storage capacity, and has the needed features to perform the needed work by IUC staff. This is a one time purchase.