Opportunity
Iowa City Community School District Bidopportunities #005-RFB-3094-2027
Iowa DAS seeks bids for RAM 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle or equivalent
Posted
September 21, 2026
Respond By
October 05, 2026
Identifier
005-RFB-3094-2027
NAICS
441120
The Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS) Fleet Services is seeking bids from dealerships for the supply of Emergency Response Vehicles, specifically the RAM Tradesman 2500 Crew Cab 6'4" box 4x4 or equivalent models. - Government Buyer: - Iowa Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Fleet Services - OEMs and Vendors: - RAM (Stellantis North America) - Equivalent vehicles from other OEMs are permitted if specifications are met - Products Requested: - RAM 2500 Crew Cab 6'4" Box 4x4 Emergency Response Vehicle (1 unit) - 6.4L V8 Hemi engine (base) - 8-speed automatic transmission - Power door locks, dual 400 amp alternator, 730 amp battery - Trailer tow package with Class IV receiver and OEM integral trailer brake control - 18" steel wheels - Emergency vehicle-specific features - Engine Option: 6.7L I-6 High-Output Cummins Turbo Diesel - Additional Key FOB - Window Option: Delete privacy glass, replace with standard tinted glass - Fuel Tank: 32 gallon - Bed Liner: Spray-in - Tonneau Cover: Tri-fold - Trailer Tow Mirrors: Black exterior mirrors with supplemental signals, courtesy lamps, heated - Side Steps: Wheel to wheel - Undercoating - Floor Covering: Carpet - Floor Mats: Front and rear rubber - Pedals: Power adjustable - Protection Group: Transfer case skid plate shield - Remote Start and Security Group: Includes security alarm - Alarm: Backup alarm (factory preferred, dealer installed acceptable) - Rear View Camera: Back-up camera with auto dim mirror and display - Reverse Sensing System: Factory preferred, dealer installed acceptable - RAMBOX Cargo Management System - Remote Keyless Entry with All-Secure - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Vehicles must be available for order by the required date - Dealers must submit completed specification worksheets and criteria documents electronically - Emergency Response Vehicles must meet all outlined specifications - Delivery terms and per-mile delivery pricing specified - Extended warranty and undercoating options included - Factory installation preferred for certain safety features, but dealer installation is acceptable
Description
Iowa DAS Fleet Services is seeking bids from dealerships to provide Dodge Ram Tradesman 2500 Crew Cab 6'4" box 4x4 Emergency Response Vehicles or equivalent. The solicitation requires dealers to submit pricing for the specified vehicle model or an equivalent. The bid includes detailed vehicle specifications and options, and dealers must submit electronic copies of their pricing worksheets and criteria documents. The vehicles are intended for emergency response use and must meet the outlined specifications.