Town of Fairfax Fire Department 3000-Gallon Tanker RFP 2026
Town of FairfaxCity · Fairfax, VT- Due
- Mar 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 18, 2026
- Primary contact
- Micah Genzlinger
The 30-second brief
The Fairfax Fire Department is soliciting proposals for a new 3000-gallon tanker truck. Required specifications include a 1250 GPM pump, commercial chassis, seating for two, and a 2500 or 3000-gallon folding water tank (portable pond). The procurement also includes a complement of NFPA required ladders, 1000 feet of four-inch Mercedes hose, and Kenwood VM7000 mobile radios. Due to a short delivery time requirement of six months, the department will consider stock or demo trucks and intends to trade in two current tanker trucks. Sealed proposals are due to the Fairfax Town Office by 1:00pm on March 6, 2026, with a public opening scheduled for 1:15pm the same day.
Sealed RFP, Information on lease to own program
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Summary
The Fairfax Fire Department is soliciting proposals for a new 3000-gallon tanker truck.
Required specifications include a 1250 GPM pump, commercial chassis, seating for two, and a 2500 or 3000-gallon folding water tank (portable pond). The procurement also includes a complement of NFPA required ladders, 1000 feet of four-inch Mercedes hose, and Kenwood VM7000 mobile radios. Due to a short delivery time requirement of six months, the department will consider stock or demo trucks and intends to trade in two current tanker trucks. Sealed proposals are due to the Fairfax Town Office by 1:00pm on March 6, 2026, with a public opening scheduled for 1:15pm the same day.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Sealed RFP, Information on lease to own program
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Information on lease to own program
- Submit to
- Fairfax Town Office, 12 Buck Hollow Road Fairfax, Vermont 05454
- Scope location
- Fairfax, VT
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Fairfax?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Fairfax Town Office, 12 Buck Hollow Road Fairfax, Vermont 05454. For questions, contact Micah Genzlinger.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Fairfax in VT, 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 RFP 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 Micah Genzlinger. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed RFP, Information on lease to own program. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Fairfax?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Fairfax are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Fairfax 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 RFP?
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: Information on lease to own program. Review the full document from Town of Fairfax for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fairfax, VT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.