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NOTICE INVITING INFORMAL BIDS
FOR
Purchase of One (1) 4x4 Fleet Utility Truck
March 20, 2026
BIDS DUE
March 6, 2026 BY 2:00 PM
ISSUED BY
The City of Marysville
526 C Street
Marysville, CA 95901
1. INTRODUCTION
The City of Marysville, California ('City"), invites written informal bids for the purchase and delivery of one (1) new 4x4 fleet utility truck to support the operations of the Public Works - Sewer Department.
This procurement is conducted pursuant to Marysville Municipal Code § 2.76.113 - Informal Bid Purchases and the City's adopted Purchasing Policy.
The estimated purchase amount is within the informal bid threshold established by the Municipal Code.
The successful bidder shall furnish all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, documentation, and warranties necessary to provide a complete and operational vehicle.
Award shall be made to the lowest responsible bidder meeting the specifications set forth herein.
2. MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS
General Requirements
• Make: GMC or Chevrolet (standard), or City-approved equivalent • Condition: New, unused
Drive: 4x4
Cab Configuration: Single Cab
Fuel Type: Gasoline
Capacity: Minimum ¾-ton pickup (approximately 8,500-10,000 Ib. GVWR) Model Year: 2025 or 2026
Engine and Transmission
• Automatic transmission
• Heavy-duty cooling system
Utility Requirements
• Chassis or utility bed configuration suitable for municipal sewer operations • Trailer hitch and wiring package
• Suspension rated for field and maintenance operations Utility Body
• Manufacturer- or dealer-installed utility/service body (e.g., Knapheide, Scelzi, or equal) • Lockable side compartments
• LED exterior/scene lighting
• Rear step bumper with receiver hitch
Safety & Regulatory Compliance
• Backup camera
• Standard safety equipment and airbags
• Compliance with all applicable federal and California motor vehicle safety and emissions regulations
3. Optional/Preferred Features
• Lift gate for material handling
• Lumber rack for transporting long materials
Optional features, if offered, shall be separately priced and shall not affect determination of the lowest responsive and responsible bidder unless included in the total bid price submitted.
4. Manufacturer Reference
Manufacturer names may be referenced for descriptive purposes only. Vehicles of equal or superior quality, performance, reliability, and compatibility meeting all minimum specifications shall be considered. Determination of equivalency shall be made solely by the City.
5. DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS
• Delivery Location: 1425 F Street, Marysville, California • Delivery shall occur within ten (10) working days from Notice of Award. • Vendor responsible for all delivery costs
6. PRICING
Bids shall include the total delivered price, including:
• Base vehicle
• Utility body
• Dealer / documentation fees
Sales tax
• Registration, title, and license fees
• Delivery charges
The City will not pay additional charges beyond the total bid price submitted.
7. BID SUBMISSION - TIME AND PLACE
Sealed informal bids must be received by the City Clerk at:
City Hall
526 C Street
Marysville, CA 95901
No later than:
March 6,2026 2:00PM (local time)
Bids received after the stated date and time will not be considered.
Bids must be clearly marked:
"INFORMAL BID - ¾-TON TRUCK WITH UTILITY BODY"
8. BID DOCUMENTS
This Notice Inviting Informal Bids, including the required Bid Form, constitutes the complete bid package.
Failure to submit a completed and signed Bid Form may result in the bid being deemed non- responsive.
9. EVALUATION AND AWARD
Bids will be reviewed for responsiveness and responsibility.
Award shall be made to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting all specifications, pricing, and delivery requirements in accordance with MMC § 2.76.113.
The City reserves the right to:
Reject any or all bids
• Waive minor irregularities
Determine bidder responsibility
10. QUESTIONS
All questions regarding this Notice Inviting Informal Bids shall be submitted in writing to:
Jason Zumalt
Public Works Manager
City of Marysville
[email protected]
Questions must be received by: 3/5/2026
11. PROTEST PROCEDURE
Any protest of the proposed award must be submitted in writing to the City within five (5) business days following the bid opening or written notice of proposed award, whichever occurs later. Protests shall be reviewed in accordance with the City's Purchasing Policy, and the City's determination shall be final.