City of Westfield Rental of 5 Trash Trucks IFB 27-004 - 2026
City of WestfieldCity · Westfield, MA- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Purchasing
- (413) 572-6254
The 30-second brief
The City of Westfield, Massachusetts, is soliciting sealed bids under IFB #27-004 for the rental of up to five (5) Mack LE600 Dual Drive Side Loader Trash Trucks. These vehicles are intended for use by the Department of Public Works & Water Resources. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Department of Purchase at City Hall. The procurement includes a public bid opening scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Bids must remain valid for 60 business days following the receipt date. Plans and specifications are available by contacting Nancy Reynolds at the provided city email address.
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Summary
The City of Westfield, Massachusetts, is soliciting sealed bids under IFB #27-004 for the rental of up to five (5) Mack LE600 Dual Drive Side Loader Trash Trucks.
These vehicles are intended for use by the Department of Public Works & Water Resources. Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes to the Department of Purchase at City Hall. The procurement includes a public bid opening scheduled for September 16, 2026, at 11:00 A.M. Bids must remain valid for 60 business days following the receipt date. Plans and specifications are available by contacting Nancy Reynolds at the provided city email address.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Best interests of the City
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sealed bids
- Submit to
- Department of Purchase, City Hall, 59 Court Street, Westfield, MA 01085
- Scope location
- Westfield, MA
Questions about this IFB
How do I respond to this IFB from City of Westfield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Department of Purchase, City Hall, 59 Court Street, Westfield, MA 01085. For questions, contact Purchasing.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this IFB?
Most government agencies, including City of Westfield in MA, 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 IFB 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Purchasing at (413) 572-6254. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids. 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: "Best interests of the City" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Westfield?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Westfield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Westfield 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 IFB?
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 Westfield for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Westfield, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.