Lauderdale County Used 4,000-Gallon Commercial Water Truck Bid No. 4034 - 2026
Lauderdale CountyCounty · Meridian, MS- Due
- Apr 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
The 30-second brief
Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of one or more used 4,000-gallon commercial water trucks to serve as a tanker/tender for a volunteer fire department. Required specifications include a model year of 2016 or newer, mileage under 120,000 miles, a diesel engine, automatic transmission, and a 4,000-gallon tank with a pump capacity of 700 GPM or greater. The truck must feature rear dump valves, multiple fill and outlet ports, and a red paint finish. Bids must include itemized pricing, vehicle history, photos, and notarized conflict of interest forms. Submissions are due by April 08, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. CST, with a public opening scheduled for 10:00 A.M. CST the same day.
Compliance with specifications, Condition and suitability of the offered vehicle, Total price, Delivery timeline, Vendor reliability and past performance
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Summary
Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors is soliciting sealed bids for the procurement of one or more used 4,000-gallon commercial water trucks to serve as a tanker/tender for a volunteer fire department.
Required specifications include a model year of 2016 or newer, mileage under 120,000 miles, a diesel engine, automatic transmission, and a 4,000-gallon tank with a pump capacity of 700 GPM or greater. The truck must feature rear dump valves, multiple fill and outlet ports, and a red paint finish. Bids must include itemized pricing, vehicle history, photos, and notarized conflict of interest forms. Submissions are due by April 08, 2026, at 9:00 A.M. CST, with a public opening scheduled for 10:00 A.M. CST the same day.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Compliance with specifications
- Condition and suitability of the offered vehicle
- Total price
- Delivery timeline
- Vendor reliability and past performance
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Bid Form
- Bid Form Additional Information
- Professional References
- Conflict of Interest
- Non-Collusion
- Addenda
- Photos
- VIN documentation
- Maintenance history
- Submit to
- Lauderdale County Purchasing Department, 2600 Courthouse Blvd, 2nd Floor, Meridian, MS 39301
- Scope location
- Meridian, MS
- Reported agency
- Lauderdale County Board of Supervisors
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Lauderdale County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Lauderdale County Purchasing Department, 2600 Courthouse Blvd, 2nd Floor, Meridian, MS 39301.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Lauderdale County in MS, 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.
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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: "Compliance with specifications, Condition and suitability of the offered vehicle, Total price, Delivery timeline, Vendor reliability and past performance" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lauderdale County?
All active and historical solicitations from Lauderdale County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Lauderdale County 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Bid Form, Bid Form Additional Information, Professional References, Conflict of Interest, Non-Collusion, Addenda, Photos, VIN documentation, Maintenance history. Review the full document from Lauderdale County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Meridian, MS. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.