Ames Ionwave #2027-024

City of Ames seeks bids for five small gas-electric hybrid pickup trucks for Fleet Services.

The City of Ames Fleet Services Department is seeking bids for five small gas-electric hybrid pickup trucks to modernize its fleet. - Government Buyer: - City of Ames Fleet Services Department (Procurement Specialist: Quinn Eggink) - Products Requested: - Five small gas-electric hybrid 4-door cab pickup trucks, all-wheel drive (AWD) - Four standard towing pickups - One pickup with 4,000 lb towing capacity - All vehicles must be current model year, under standard production, and equipped with standard manufacturer equipment and accessories - Required features include: 4-cylinder gas-electric hybrid engine, automatic electric transmission, power locks/windows, backup camera, OEM AGM battery, steel wheels, all-season radial tires, AM/FM radio, Bluetooth hands-free calling, HVAC with air conditioning, 12-volt power outlets, USB port, white paint with clear coat, OEM standard gauge package - Minimum warranty: 36 months/36,000 miles (including hybrid battery) - Optional Accessories: - Spray-in bed liners (required for 4K towing truck, optional for others) - 2-inch receiver hitches with 7-pin RV style plugs (required for 4K towing truck, optional for others) - Commercial bed toppers (optional for all trucks) - Unique Requirements: - All equipment and options should be factory-installed where possible; dealer/subcontractor installations must be disclosed - Vehicles must be delivered new and meet detailed specifications for powertrain, chassis, electrical system, interior, and exterior - Warranty must cover parts, labor, and shipping for warranty items - No specific OEMs are named, but vehicles must be standard production models from recognized manufacturers

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The City of Ames is soliciting bids for five small gas-electric hybrid 4-door cab pickup trucks for the Fleet Services Department. The procurement includes four standard towing pickups and one with a 4,000 lb towing capacity, all with all-wheel drive. Bidders must submit responses by the deadline and comply with specifications including powertrain, chassis, electrical system, interior, exterior, and warranty requirements. The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make awards in the City's best interest.

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