Project Information

Bid Title

Notice of Public Auction - Hopkins Fire Department Ladder Truck

Issuing Agency

Hopkins city

Location

Minnesota

Published Date

Apr 7, 2026

Closing Date

Apr 22, 2026

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

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Project Description

Bid Title:	Notice of Public Auction - Hopkins Fire Department Ladder Truck
Category:	Request for Proposals
Status:	Open

Description: The Hopkins Fire Department is offering a 2009 aerial ladder truck for public auction. View auction listing: https://mnbid.mn.gov/productView/13075 Auction opens: April 15, 8:00 a.m. Auction closes: April 22, 12:00 p.m. Publication Date/Time: 4/7/2026 3:30 PM Closing Date/Time: 4/22/2026 12:00 PM Contact Person: Mike Wenshau, Fire Chief Hopkins Fire Department 101 17th Ave S Hopkins, MN 55343 Related Documents: HFD Ladder 9 Advertisement (PDF)

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???? Auction Ad – Hopkins Fire Department Ladder Truck

2009 Aerial Ladder Truck – Well Maintained – Ready for Service

Seller: Hopkins Fire Department (MN)

Auction Type: Online Public Auction

Location: Hopkins, Minnesota

???? Overview

The Hopkins Fire Department is offering a 2009 aerial ladder truck for public auction. This apparatus has

been professionally maintained, routinely inspected, and kept in operational readiness throughout its

service life.

This is an excellent opportunity for:

• Fire departments (career, combination, or volunteer)

• Industrial fire brigades

• Training academies

• Collectors or specialty upfitters

???? Key Specifications

• Year: 2009

• Type: Aerial Ladder Truck

• Ladder Length: ~95 ft

• Manufacturer/Model: Pierce

• Engine: Diesel

• Transmission: Automatic

• Mileage: 12,759

• Engine Hours: 1839.5

• Pump: 2,000 GPM

• Water Tank: 500

???? Features & Equipment

• Fully operational aerial ladder

• Enclosed cab with firefighter seating for 6

• Emergency lighting & siren package

• Multiple storage compartments

• Ground ladders included

• Regular preventative maintenance completed

• Out-of-service only due to fleet reconfiguration—not mechanical failure

✅ Condition

• Starts, runs, and operates

• Ladder functions as expected

• Normal wear consistent with age and service use

• Sold as-is, where-is with no warranties

???? Additional Notes

• Maintenance records available upon request

• Inspections are encouraged by appointment

• Buyer responsible for pickup or transport

???? Auction Details

https://mnbid.mn.gov/productView/13075

Auction Opens: April 15 at 8:00 a.m.

Auction Closes: April 22 at 12:00 p.m.

Questions can be directed to Fire Chief Mike Wenshau at m.wenshau@hopkinsmn.com or 952-548-6451.

Commodity Codes

• NAICS 336120Heavy Duty Truck Manufacturing
• NAICS 336211Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
• NAICS 811111General Automotive Repair

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