DATE:
April 7, 2026
TO:
Mayor and City Council Members
FROM:
Rachel Molina, City Manager
BY:
Cassandra Sanchez, Director of Public Works / City Engineer Brian Blackwell, Streets Operation Manager
SUBJECT:
Vehicle Procurement – One (1) 8-Yard Dump Truck
RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council and Board of Directors of the Hesperia Water District authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Valew Quality Truck Bodies – 1954 MFG for the purchase of one (1) 2027 Mack MD7 8-Yard dump truck in the not-to-exceed amount of $136,863.
BACKGROUND
This new dump truck will replace a twentyone year old unit that experienced catastrophic engine failure. The new 8-yard dump truck will be used by the Streets Division for hauling materials to and from job sites in support of roadway maintenance and repair operations. In addition to daily maintenance activities, this unit will aid in postdisaster response by transporting debris and assisting with roadway cleanup efforts, such as during the 2025 Storm Event. The truck’s hauling capacity and hydraulic dump system make it an essential asset for maintaining safe and accessible city streets.
ISSUES/ANALYSIS
Public Works released a Request for Bid (RFB) 2025-26-015 for one (1) dump truck on March 15, 2026, soliciting bids from twenty (20) vendors, both locally and out of the area, to maximize bid response. The bid closed on March 25, 2026, with three (3) responses received. Staff recommends awarding the bid to Valew Quality Truck Bodies – 1954 MFG, who have been deemed the lowest responsive/responsible vendor with a total bid amount of $136,863.
CITY GOAL SUPPORTED BY THIS ITEM
Public Safety - Ensure public safety resources adequately protect our community.
Financial Health - Maintain a balanced budget and adequate reserves.
FISCAL IMPACT
Sufficient funding has been included in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Budget for the proposed purchase of this one (1) 8-Yard dump truck.
ALTERNATIVE(S)
Provide alternative direction to staff.
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Bid Comparison
City of Hesperia STAFF REPORT City of Hesperia STAFF REPORT City of Hesperia
STAFF REPORT
City of Hesperia
STAFF REPORT
Staff Report to the Mayor and Council Members
Vehicle Procurement- One 8-Yard Yard Dump Truck
April 7, 2026