Opportunity
City of Toledo PlanetBids #10008759
City of Toledo Solicits Bids for Custom Sign Truck with Crane and Auger
Posted
July 24, 2026
Respond By
August 11, 2026
Identifier
10008759
NAICS
441120
The City of Toledo is seeking bids for a specialized sign truck to support municipal operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Toledo, Division of Purchases and Supplies, DPS/Fleet Operations - OEMs Referenced: - Ford (F-450 chassis) - HIAB (crane) - Digga (hydraulic auger unit) - Products Requested: - One (1) 2027 F-450 Chassis 4x2 SD Regular Cab, 169" WB DRW XL, 7.3L V8 gas engine, TorqShift 10-speed automatic transmission with PTO, 16,500 lb GVWR, limited slip with 4.88 axle ratio, and other specified features - Custom 10'6" steel flatbed with treadplate floor, structural channel longsills, removable gates, underbody compartment, stairwells, operator platform, aluminum sign box, toolbox with power inverter, and comprehensive lighting package (ECCO mini lightbar, multiple strobe lights) - HIAB H058 2.3 X-DUO 6F V30 or approved equal crane, manual controls, stabilizers, hydraulic extensions, 410-degree rotation, and all required hydraulic components - Digga hydraulic auger unit 6DDS or approved equal, torque up to 5,717 ft-lbs, includes 4", 6", and 8" augers with earth teeth - Unique Requirements: - All equipment must comply with federal and state motor vehicle laws - Vendors must specify manufacturer/model/year for all major components - Living wage and local/minority business preferences enforced - Detailed technical specifications for each component - Bidder must provide required certifications and affidavits - No specific OEMs are mandated, but Ford, HIAB, and Digga are referenced as examples or approved equals.
Description
The City of Toledo DPS/FAFO is soliciting bids for the purchase of one (1) sign truck. The procurement includes a 2027 F-450 chassis with specific features and a custom 10' steel flatbed with various specifications including lighting and crane equipment. Bidders must comply with all federal and state motor vehicle laws and meet the minimum technical specifications provided. The contract requires submission of various paperwork including bid guaranty, and adherence to local preferences and living wage requirements.