Opportunity
City of Lincoln Ionwave #26-176
City of Lincoln Solicits Up-Fit of 9-Foot Platform Body for Ford F450
Posted
September 04, 2026
Respond By
September 18, 2026
Identifier
26-176
NAICS
336211
The City of Lincoln, Nebraska, Transportation & Utilities, Fleet Services is seeking bids for the up-fit of a 9-foot steel platform body on a city-provided 2026 Ford F450 4WD cab and chassis (16,000 lb. GVWR, 60" CA). - Government Buyer: - City of Lincoln, Transportation & Utilities, Fleet Services (Fleet Services, Water Construction, Purchasing Department) - OEMs and Vendors: - Knapheide (Heavy Hauler Jr. platform body) - Buyers Products (toolboxes, pintle hook mount, combination hitch) - Whelen (LED lighting system, warning lights, light bar) - E.H. Wachs (valve turner) - Products/Services Requested: - 9-foot steel platform body (Knapheide Heavy Hauler Jr. or equivalent) - Buyers Products toolboxes: 2 underbody (1702600), 2 topsider (1752835) - Buyers Products pintle hook mount (PM25612) and combination hitch (BH102000) - Whelen Freedom IV DYAD WC Series-LED 60" light bar, Whelen Model #I2SMM surface mount warning lights (10 units) - E.H. Wachs valve turner (model 79-000-07) with PTO, pump, hydraulic hoses/fittings, and wiring - Installation, pick-up, and delivery services for the up-fit - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All work must comply with detailed specifications, including insurance (commercial general liability, auto liability, garage liability), warranty (one year after acceptance, manufacturer's standard thereafter), and adherence to the Foreign Adversary Contracting Prohibition Act - Bidders must provide manufacturer and model details for the service body and crane, installation location, and warranty documentation - Installation includes city-provided E.H. Wachs valve turner, new PTO, pump, hydraulic hoses/fittings, and associated wiring - Comprehensive LED lighting system with Whelen specified models for light bar, warning lights, and control switch box - Delivery and installation at Fleet Services Garage; vendor responsible for pick-up and transport of city vehicle - Estimated contract value: $10,001–$50,000
Description
The City of Lincoln is requesting bids from qualified companies for a 9-Foot Platform Body Up-Fit. The procurement involves the installation of a steel platform body on a 2026 Ford F450 4WD cab and chassis, including all installation, pick up, and delivery costs. The platform body includes specific features such as toolboxes, lighting systems, and a valve turner installation. Bidders must comply with insurance requirements and provide warranties as specified.