2026 Utility Truck Cab and Chassis

The City of Emporia, Kansas, is seeking sealed bids from qualified vendors for the purchase of one (1) 2026 Utility Truck Cab and Chassis for use by the Public Works Department.

Bids will be accepted at the City Clerk’s Office at 104 E. 5th Ave, Emporia, Kansas by June 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

The City intends to purchase a heavy-duty cab and chassis unit meeting the specifications outlined below. The unit will be used for municipal operations and must be capable of handling heavy payloads and equipment installations.

All bids must meet or exceed the following minimum specifications:

• Engine: 6.7L Diesel Engine
• Drivetrain: Four-Wheel Drive (4WD)
• Rear Axle: Dual Rear Axle (Dually)
• Cab to Axle Length: 84 inches
• Payload Capacity: Greater than 6,000 pounds
• Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR): Greater than 10,400 pounds
• Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR): Greater than 40,000 pounds

The awarded vendor shall deliver the chassis directly to:

• American Equipment Co

OR

• The City of Emporia may take delivery of the vehicle and coordinate transport to the upfitter.
• The chassis will be upfitted with a utility bed and emergency lighting by the above-listed vendor.
• Billing Coordination: American Equipment Co. will bill the dealership/vendor directly for the utility bed and emergency lighting installation. Vendors must be willing to coordinate with the upfitter for this arrangement.
• Coordination with the City and American Equipment Co. is required prior to delivery.

Bidders shall include the following in their submission:

• Complete vehicle specifications and manufacturer details
• Total purchase price (including delivery)
• Estimated delivery timeline
• Warranty information
• Any deviations from specifications clearly noted
• Contact information for vendor representative

Bids will be evaluated based on, but not limited to:

• Compliance with specifications
• Cost
• Delivery timeframe
• Vendor reliability and experience
• Warranty and service support

The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to accept the bid deemed most advantageous to the City.

• The City of Emporia is exempt from federal excise tax and Kansas state sales tax.
• Payment terms shall be net 30 unless otherwise specified.
• All equipment must be new and unused.
• The vendor shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations.

The City of Emporia reserves the right to waive informalities and to reject any or all bids if it is in the best interest of the City to do so.