Town of Manchester - Purchase of Two New 2026 Ford 4x4 Chassis Cab with Upfits - Bid 26/27-11 (2026)
Town of ManchesterCity · Manchester, CT- Due
- Oct 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
- Primary contact
- Cora Narracci
- (860) 647-3033
The 30-second brief
The Town of Manchester, Connecticut is soliciting competitive bids for the purchase of two new, gasoline-powered 2026 Ford 4x4 chassis cabs complete with upfits, including a 2026 Ford F350 and a 2026 Ford F450. The scope requires furnishing and installing complete dump bodies, Fisher snow plows, and Fisher electric sand/salt spreaders per detailed specifications. Vehicles must be delivered clean, fully operational, and ready for service to Fleet Maintenance at 263 Olcott Road on or about October 31, 2026. Bids are due by October 8, 2026 at 11:00 am via the Town of Manchester OpenGov procurement portal, with a question deadline of October 6, 2026. Bid prices must remain firm for 90 days following the bid opening.
Purchase of one new 2026 Ford F350 DRW 4x4 Reg Chassis XL with dump body, Snow plow, And sand/salt spreader; purchase of one new 2026 Ford F450 DRW 4x4 Reg Chassis XL with dump body, Snow plow, And sand/salt spreader; optional equipment/other as listed on vehicle descriptions Attachment C and Attachment D; delivery charge
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Summary
The Town of Manchester, Connecticut is soliciting competitive bids for the purchase of two new, gasoline-powered 2026 Ford 4x4 chassis cabs complete with upfits, including a 2026 Ford F350 and a 2026 Ford F450.
The scope requires furnishing and installing complete dump bodies, Fisher snow plows, and Fisher electric sand/salt spreaders per detailed specifications. Vehicles must be delivered clean, fully operational, and ready for service to Fleet Maintenance at 263 Olcott Road on or about October 31, 2026. Bids are due by October 8, 2026 at 11:00 am via the Town of Manchester OpenGov procurement portal, with a question deadline of October 6, 2026. Bid prices must remain firm for 90 days following the bid opening.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Purchase of one new 2026 Ford F350 DRW 4x4 Reg Chassis XL with dump body, Snow plow, And sand/salt spreader
- Purchase of one new 2026 Ford F450 DRW 4x4 Reg Chassis XL with dump body, Snow plow, And sand/salt spreader
- Optional equipment/other as listed on vehicle descriptions Attachment C and Attachment D
- Delivery charge
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
IRS Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, vehicle descriptions/specifications acknowledgments
- Submit to
- https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/townofmanchester
- Scope location
- Manchester, CT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Manchester?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 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: https://secure.procurenow.com/portal/townofmanchester. For questions, contact Cora Narracci.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Manchester in CT, 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.
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 Cora Narracci at (860) 647-3033. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Purchase of one new 2026 Ford F350 DRW 4x4 Reg Chassis XL with dump body, Snow plow, And sand/salt spreader; purchase of one new 2026 Ford F450 DRW 4x4 Reg Chassis XL with dump body, Snow plow, And sand/salt spreader; optional equipment/other as listed on vehicle descriptions Attachment C and Attach. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Manchester?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Manchester are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Manchester 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: IRS Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, vehicle descriptions/specifications acknowledgments. Review the full document from Town of Manchester for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Manchester, CT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.