Town of Sylva Fire Department Commercial Pumper Fire Truck Bid FD26-01 - 2026
- Due
- Feb 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 6, 2026
- Primary contact
- Mike Beck
- (828) 734-4815
The 30-second brief
The Town of Sylva Fire Department is requesting sealed bids for one (1) new commercial pumper fire truck under Bid No. FD26-01, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes Section 143-129. The scope requires a custom-built Freightliner aluminum chassis equipped with a 1500 GPM Hale pump, 1150-gallon poly-tank, minimum 450 H.P. engine, automatic transmission, and extensive firefighting equipment, hose beds, ladders, and LED emergency lighting. Bids are due by Monday, February 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM, and must be submitted on the provided bid form to the Town of Sylva Fire Department, 83 Allen Street, Sylva, NC 28779. Evaluation will be based on lowest responsible bidder taking into consideration quality, performance, compliance with specifications, and delivery time.
One (1) Commercial Pumper Fire Truck Per the attached Specifications and Terms and Conditions
Lowest responsible bidder, taking into consideration quality, performance, and the time specified in the bids for the performance of the contract, past performance, service record, distance to authorized servicing facility, reliability record, items exceeding minimum specifications
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Summary
The Town of Sylva Fire Department is requesting sealed bids for one (1) new commercial pumper fire truck under Bid No.
FD26-01, in accordance with North Carolina General Statutes Section 143-129. The scope requires a custom-built Freightliner aluminum chassis equipped with a 1500 GPM Hale pump, 1150-gallon poly-tank, minimum 450 H.P. engine, automatic transmission, and extensive firefighting equipment, hose beds, ladders, and LED emergency lighting. Bids are due by Monday, February 2, 2026, at 12:00 PM, and must be submitted on the provided bid form to the Town of Sylva Fire Department, 83 Allen Street, Sylva, NC 28779. Evaluation will be based on lowest responsible bidder taking into consideration quality, performance, compliance with specifications, and delivery time.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bidder, taking into consideration quality, performance, and the time specified in the bids for the performance of the contract, past performance, service record, distance to authorized servicing facility, reliability record, items exceeding minimum specifications
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
One (1) Commercial Pumper Fire Truck Per the attached Specifications and Terms and Conditions
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
completed and fully executed bid document, warranty provisions
- Submit to
- Town of Sylva, Fire Department, 83 Allen Street, Sylva, NC 28779
- Scope location
- Sylva, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Sylva?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 2, 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: Town of Sylva, Fire Department, 83 Allen Street, Sylva, NC 28779. For questions, contact Mike Beck.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Sylva in NC, 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 Mike Beck at (828) 734-4815. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One (1) Commercial Pumper Fire Truck Per the attached Specifications and Terms and Conditions. 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: "Lowest responsible bidder, taking into consideration quality, performance, and the time specified in the bids for the performance of the contract, past performance, service record, distance to authori..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Sylva?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Sylva are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Sylva 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: completed and fully executed bid document, warranty provisions. Review the full document from Town of Sylva for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sylva, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.