Town of Munster - New 2027 Class 5 Rated Bucket Truck - 2026
Town of MunsterCity · Munster, IN- Due
- Nov 30, 2026
- 17 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
The 30-second brief
The Town of Munster, Lake County, Indiana is soliciting bids for (1) New 2027 Class 5 Rated Bucket Truck for the Public Works Department, Street Dept. Sealed bids will be received by the Town Council up to 11:00 a.m. on November 30, 2026, at the Office of the Clerk-Treasurer, Munster Town Hall, 1005 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana 46321. Specifications call for a 2027 aerial truck with an insulated bucket, 45.6 ft working height, 29.7 ft side reach, steel utility body with shelving and master locks, LED lighting, rear working platform, and a 108-inch universal small aerial body for a 60-inch CA chassis with V-8 gas engine, automatic transmission with hot shift PTO, and rear pintle hitch. Bids must include a Non-Collusion Affidavit, Form 96, and a bid bond or certified check for 10% of the bid amount.
(1) New 2027 Class 5 Rated Bucket Truck
Bid prices and ability of the contractor to perform prescribed work, Consumer Reports 4-star rating or above or 4-star rating from the American Public Works Association
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Summary
The Town of Munster, Lake County, Indiana is soliciting bids for (1) New 2027 Class 5 Rated Bucket Truck for the Public Works Department, Street Dept.
Sealed bids will be received by the Town Council up to 11:00 a.m. on November 30, 2026, at the Office of the Clerk-Treasurer, Munster Town Hall, 1005 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana 46321. Specifications call for a 2027 aerial truck with an insulated bucket, 45.6 ft working height, 29.7 ft side reach, steel utility body with shelving and master locks, LED lighting, rear working platform, and a 108-inch universal small aerial body for a 60-inch CA chassis with V-8 gas engine, automatic transmission with hot shift PTO, and rear pintle hitch. Bids must include a Non-Collusion Affidavit, Form 96, and a bid bond or certified check for 10% of the bid amount.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bid prices and ability of the contractor to perform prescribed work, Consumer Reports 4-star rating or above or 4-star rating from the American Public Works Association
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
(1) New 2027 Class 5 Rated Bucket Truck
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Non-Collusion Affidavit
- Bid bond or certified check
- Contractor's Bid for Public Work - Form 96
- Contractor's Financial Statement
- Submit to
- Office of the Clerk-Treasurer, Munster Town Hall, 1005 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana 46321
- Scope location
- Munster, IN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Munster?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 30, 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: Office of the Clerk-Treasurer, Munster Town Hall, 1005 Ridge Road, Munster, Indiana 46321.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Munster in IN, 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: (1) New 2027 Class 5 Rated Bucket Truck. 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: "Bid prices and ability of the contractor to perform prescribed work, Consumer Reports 4-star rating or above or 4-star rating from the American Public Works Association" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Munster?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Munster are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Munster regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 30, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Non-Collusion Affidavit, bid bond or certified check, Contractor's Bid for Public Work - Form 96, Contractor's Financial Statement. Review the full document from Town of Munster for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Munster, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
