Lewiston Civicplus #2026-044

Lewiston, ME Solicits Bids for ½ Ton Crew Cab Pickup Truck (Chevrolet 1500, GMC 1500, or Equal)

The City of Lewiston, Maine, Department of Public Works is seeking bids for the purchase of one (1) ½ ton crew cab pickup truck for the Water and Sewer Department fleet. - Government Buyer: - City of Lewiston, Department of Public Works - Office of the Deputy Director of Budget & Purchasing - OEMs (Original Equipment Manufacturers): - Chevrolet (Chevrolet 1500) - GMC (GMC 1500) - Acceptable Models: - Chevrolet 1500, GMC 1500, or approved equal - Product Requirements: - Latest model year (2026-2027) - Minimum 7,000 lbs. Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) - Minimum 9,000 lbs. towing capacity - Minimum 2,000 lbs. payload - 4-door crew cab, approx. 6 ft bed - Ladder type frame, minimum 5.0L V-8 engine with heavy-duty cooling - Heavy-duty 6-speed transmission, manual shift 4x4 transfer case - Front and rear axle/suspension to meet or exceed GVW - Automatic locking rear end with 3.42 axle ratio - Power steering and brakes, all-terrain tires, full-size spare with TPMS - Minimum 130 amp alternator, standard capacity battery - Minimum 5 upfitter switches, LED lighting package - Power windows and locks, AM-FM radio, intermittent wipers - Backup alarm, towing package with electric brake controller - 40/20/40 cloth bench seat, tinted glass, tow hooks, air conditioning - 2" receiver hitch, Line-X or Gator Hide sprayed bed liner - Paint: dark blue - Warranty Requirements: - Minimum 3-year/36,000 mile bumper-to-bumper - Minimum 5-year/600,000 mile powertrain - Additional Notes: - Bidders may offer vehicles available for order or currently available with VIN - A 2013 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab is offered for trade - Compliance with federal and Maine laws required - Vehicle must meet City fleet standardization requirements

Description

The City of Lewiston is soliciting sealed proposals for one (1) ½ ton crew cab pickup truck to be added to the Municipal Garage fleet for use by the Water and Sewer Department. Bids must be submitted to the Deputy Director of Budget & Purchasing by 2:00 p.m. on August 11, 2026, and will be publicly opened and read aloud at that time. The procurement is categorized under Motor Vehicles & Equipment and includes detailed specifications for the vehicle. Faxed or emailed proposals will not be accepted.

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