City of Glendale PlanetBids #404270

City of Glendale Solicits Quotes for 2026 or Newer Ford F-450 or Equivalent Utility Vehicle with Scelzi Body and Liftgate

The City of Glendale is seeking quotes for a specialized utility vehicle to support Glendale Water and Power operations. - Government Buyer: - City of Glendale, Purchasing Office, Glendale Water and Power - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Ford (chassis cab manufacturer) - Scelzi (utility body manufacturer) - Tommy Gate (liftgate manufacturer) - Buyers Products (hitches, pintle hooks, and liftgate) - ECCO (light bars and alarms) - EJ Ward (telematics equipment) - Products/Services Requested: - One (1) 2026 or newer Ford F-450 or equal chassis cab, extended cab, dual rear wheel - 7.3-liter V8 gas engine, 10-speed automatic transmission, dual battery setup - Must include programmable idle shutdown, Bluetooth radio, trailer towing package, integrated backup camera, and advanced safety features - Utility body: Scelzi SBD-108-94-49-38-VO or equivalent, with multiple compartments, LED lighting, and specific accessory requirements - Liftgate: Tommy Gate G2-54-1642-TP42 or equivalent, 1,600 lbs capacity, dual hydraulic cylinders - Additional accessories: Buyers Products hitches and pintle hooks, ECCO light bars and alarms, EJ Ward telematics - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vehicle must be registered with California DMV for government exempt plates - Compliance with federal, state, CAL-OSHA, and AQMD rule 1191 - Vendors must be authorized dealers and provide specification sheets for any 'equal' items - Standard factory warranty of at least three years or 36,000 miles - Only one quote per vendor; electronic or sealed paper submission required; late, faxed, or emailed bids not accepted

Description

The City of Glendale is soliciting quotes for a 2026 or newer Ford F-450 or equal chassis cab extended cab dual rear wheel vehicle equipped with a utility body and liftgate as per attached specifications. The procurement includes detailed mechanical, electrical, interior, safety, and utility body requirements, including specific equipment and warranty conditions. Vendors must submit quotes electronically via the PlanetBids portal or by sealed paper submission by August 13, 2026, at 11:00 AM. The City reserves the right to accept or reject quotations on each item separately or as a whole and requires vendors to provide specification sheets for equal items to avoid rejection.

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