North Carolina eVP #Doc2279369936

NC Forest Service Solicits Bids for 120 Heavy Duty Truck Tractors with Training

The North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, through the NC Forest Service, is seeking bids for heavy duty truck tractors to support firefighting operations. - Government Buyer: - North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services - NC Forest Service - Products Requested: - Heavy Duty Truck Tractors (total estimated quantity: 120 units) - 60 units with automatic transmission (Option A) - 60 units with 13-speed manual transmission (Option B) - All trucks must meet detailed technical specifications for engine, weight, suspension, brakes, and safety features - Services Requested: - Orientation training for state-supported maintenance personnel (minimum four hours per truck, at various NCFS sites, at no additional cost) - Additional component-specific training as required - Notable Requirements: - Vendors must provide warranty and descriptive literature - Delivery required within 120 days of purchase order - Training must be completed within three months of deliveries - Contract term is three years - No specific OEMs or brands are mandated; opportunity is open to all qualified manufacturers of heavy duty truck tractors

Description

This solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services for the procurement of heavy duty truck tractors. The bid opening is scheduled for July 31, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. Vendors must be registered in the North Carolina Electronic Vendor Portal (eVP) to submit bids. The procurement includes compliance with state regulations and certifications related to fair employment and vendor eligibility.

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