City of Gaithersburg Purchase of Dump Truck and Equipment Bid RFB2027-005 2026
City of GaithersburgCity · Gaithersburg, MD- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
The 30-second brief
The City of Gaithersburg is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of one (1) 2026 39,000 GVW single axle dump truck, complete with a snowplow and tailgate spreader. The vehicle must meet detailed technical specifications including a Cummins L9 engine, Allison 3500 RDS transmission, 10-foot heavy-duty steel body painted 'UPS Brown', Galion hoist, and Force America hydraulic controls. Bidders must have at least three years of experience and maintain a full-service facility within 100 miles of the City. The contract requires delivery within 300 days of the order. Bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET via email. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 11, 2026.
Business Profile, Financial Wellness evidence, Bid Price Proposal (Attachment B), Required Forms (Attachment A), Addendum and Amendment Acknowledgement, Affidavit of Qualification to Bid, Bid Submission Certification, Bidder References, List of Subcontractors, Conflict of Interest Certification, Litigation and Lien Information, W-9, Vendor Registration Form
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Summary
The City of Gaithersburg is seeking sealed bids for the purchase of one (1) 2026 39,000 GVW single axle dump truck, complete with a snowplow and tailgate spreader.
The vehicle must meet detailed technical specifications including a Cummins L9 engine, Allison 3500 RDS transmission, 10-foot heavy-duty steel body painted 'UPS Brown', Galion hoist, and Force America hydraulic controls. Bidders must have at least three years of experience and maintain a full-service facility within 100 miles of the City. The contract requires delivery within 300 days of the order. Bids are due by September 24, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET via email. Questions must be submitted in writing by September 11, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Responsive Bid from a Responsible Bidder
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
13- Business Profile
- Financial Wellness evidence
- Bid Price Proposal (Attachment B)
- Required Forms (Attachment A)
- Addendum and Amendment Acknowledgement
- Affidavit of Qualification to Bid
- Bid Submission Certification
- Bidder References
- List of Subcontractors
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Litigation and Lien Information
- W-9
- Vendor Registration Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Gaithersburg, MD
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Gaithersburg?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Gaithersburg in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Business Profile, Financial Wellness evidence, Bid Price Proposal (Attachment B), Required Forms (Attachment A), Addendum and Amendment Acknowledgement, Affidavit of Qualification to Bid, Bid Submission Certification, Bidder References, List of Subcontractors, Conflict of Interest Certification, Lit. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Responsive Bid from a Responsible Bidder" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Gaithersburg?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Gaithersburg are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Gaithersburg regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Gaithersburg for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Gaithersburg, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.