Montana City of Billings Civic Plus #1403

City of Billings Solicits Bids for Type 3, Model 34 Fire Engine with Specified Subsystems

The City of Billings, Montana is seeking bids for a Type 3, Model 34 Fire Engine to upgrade its fire department fleet. - Government Buyer: - City of Billings Fire Department (City of Billings, Montana) - Products/Services Requested: - Type 3, Model 34 Fire Engine (1 unit) - Medium-duty commercial chassis (35,000 lbs GVWR), 325 HP diesel engine, automatic transmission, 4-wheel drive, crew cab - Fire apparatus body: Cal Fire style, standard hose beds, rear ladder storage, powder-coated components, reflective striping - Pump system: PTO-driven 2-stage fire pump (500 GPM), auxiliary diesel pump (Kubota D-902, 24 HP), stainless steel piping - Water tank: 500-gallon polypropylene tank, internal baffles, lifetime warranty - Foam system: FoamPro 1600 Series Class A foam system, 20-gallon tank, electronic controls - Lighting and siren: Whelen Liberty II 53" LED light bar, multiple Whelen lightheads, siren and control modules - Hose/discharge: Pre-connected cross lays, bumper discharges, hose reel, multiple intakes/discharges - Safety/accessories: Fire extinguisher, wheel chocks, hydraulic jack, extension ladder, door sensors, locking mechanisms - Notable Requirements: - Delivery required within 24 months of contract execution - Bid price must remain valid for the model year production and within manufacturer’s production capacity - City may place additional orders at established prices - No specific OEMs or vendors are named; major components (e.g., Whelen, FoamPro, Kubota) are specified for subsystems - Place of Performance: - City of Billings Fire Department, 316 N. 26th Street, Billings, MT 59101

Description

The City of Billings, Montana, is soliciting sealed bids for a Type 3, Model 34 Fire Engine. The contract requires the successful bidder to provide equipment of acceptable quality, performance, and workmanship as determined by the City. Bids must be submitted by 2:00 PM (MST) on May 19, 2026, and must include a bid security of at least 10% of the bid total. Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud via Facebook Live, and the City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and waive irregularities.

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