Opening of Bids - One (1) or More 2020 or Newer 27 Cubic Yard Single Arm Side Loading Refuse Truck Spec G - Best Equipment Co., Inc.

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Payment will be processed once the unit is inspected and accepted as to meeting the specifications by the Division of Central Services. This will include all manuals and warranty documentation. Bidder must state as accurately as possible an intended delivery date from the date of the bid award. Due to the age of the City's existing fleet, it is imperative that the units be delivered as quickly as possible. Stated delivery lead time may be included as an integral part of our bid selection process. FOB Central Services. The unit and all related paperwork is to be delivered to: Central Services Division 1045 West Sample Street South Bend, Indiana 46619 All Certificates of Origin/Title Work shall list the owner as: The City of South Bend 1045 West Sample Street South Bend, Indiana 46619 The Board will award the bid to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. If the bid is not awarded to the lowest bidder, the factors used to justify the awards will be stated in writing at the request of any bidder. The Board reserves the right to reject any and/or all bids or portions thereof and to waive any irregularities or informalities. It is the intent of these specifications to describe a 27 cubic yard, low entry cab, fully automated single arm side loading refuse truck with dual hand drive for the City of South Bend. Unit bid shall be new and unused. Any exceptions to the following specifications must be noted on a separate sheet by the dealer at the time of bidding in order for the bid to be valid. Vendor to complete bid proposal, alternates, and non-discrimination commitment contained in this bid specification and attach to the submitted bid. Chassis: Tandem Axle, low entry cab. Approximate wheelbase of 210 inches based on body recommendation. Steel front bumper and tow hooks to be included. Front Axle: 20,000 lb. minimum capacity with 22,000 suspension and shock absorbers. Rear Axle: 46,000 lb. minimum capacity, Hendrickson 4 link or equal with transverse rod air bag suspension or leaf spring equal. Driver controlled traction differential for both axles.