Project Information

Bid Title

TWO FIREFIGHTING TANKER TRUCKS MERIWETHER COUNTY -_FIRE

Issuing Agency

Meriwether County

Location

Georgia

Published Date

Oct 23, 2025

Closing Date

Nov 21, 2025

Government Level

State & Local

Status

Closed

Ref. #

2025-006

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Project Description

Bid Number:	2025-006
Bid Title:	TWO FIREFIGHTING TANKER TRUCKS MERIWETHER COUNTY -_FIRE
Category:	Open Bids
Status:	Open

Description: The Meriwether County Board of Commissioners is seeking bids for two firefighting tanker trucks for the Meriwether County Fire Department.  You may pick up a copy of the Bid Package at Meriwether County Administration Office located at 17234 Roosevelt Highway Bldg. B. Greenville, GA 30222, or the bid back will be available online at www.meriwethercountyga.gov.  Pre-bid questions will be accepted until 3:00 pm on Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Sealed bids will be accepted until 3:00 p.m. local time on Friday, November 21, 2025. Proposals must be submitted in accordance with the Request for Proposals (RFP).  Sealed Bids must be submitted to the Meriwether County Administration Office, 17234 Roosevelt Highway, Building B, Greenville, GA 30222. All bids must be sealed and clearly marked on the exterior of the envelope as follows: SEALED BID – TWO FIREFIGHTING TANKER TRUCKS MERIWETHER COUNTY – FIRE Publication Date/Time: 10/23/2025 12:00 PM Publication Information: Meriwether Star Mercury Vindicator Closing Date/Time: 11/21/2025 3:00 PM Submittal Information: Meriwether County Board of Commissioners, 17234 Roosevelt Hwy, Greenville GA 30222 Related Documents: Final Bid Documents - Two Firefighting Tanker Trucks

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MERIWETHER COUNTY TWO .FIREFIGHTING TANKER TRUCKS

BIDDERS ARE ADVISED TO THOROUGHLY UNDERSTAND THE GENERAL CONDITIONS

AND SPECIAL PROVISIONS, PRIOR TO SUBMITTING THEIR BID.

I. GENERAL CONDITIONS

A. QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bids will be considered only from experienced and well-equipped Contractors engaged in work

of this type and magnitude.

2. Bidders may be required to submit evidence setting forth qualifications, which entitle them to

consideration as a responsible Contractor. A list of work of similar character successfully

completed within the last two years may be required giving the location, size and listing equipment

available for use on this work. Before accepting any bid, the County may require evidence of the

Contractor's financial ability to successfully perfonn the work to be accomplished under the

contract.

3. AU questions concerning the project shall be addressed in writing to John Gorton,

County Administrator, at j.gorton@meriwethercountyga.gov no later than 3:00 p.m. on

Wednesday, November 5, 2025.

B. GUARANTEE TO ACCOMPANY BlD

1. A 5% Bid Bond is Required for this project.

C. SUBMITTING BlDS

Bids will be accepted by the Meriwether County Board of Commissioners at 17234 Roosevelt

Hwy, Bldg. B, Greenville, GA 30222, until 3:00 p.m., Friday, November 21st, 2025. Bids

received after the designated time will not be considered.

1. Bids should be submitted in a sealed envelope with the following information clearly typed or

printed on the outside:

Meriwether County Board of Commissioners

Your Company Name

Two Firefighting Tanker Trucks

Meriwether County- Fire

D. AUTHORITY TO SIGN

The Bidder should ensure that the legal and proper name of his proprietorship, firm, partnership or

corporation is printed or typed in the space provided on the Schedule of Items.

E. RIGHTS RESERVED

1. Meriwether County reserves the right to reject any or all Bids, to waive informalities and to re­

advertise. lt is understood that all Bids are made subject to this agreement, that Meriwether County

reserves the right to decide which Bid it deems lowest and best, and in arriving at this decision,

full consideration will be given to the reputation of the Bidder, his financial responsibility, and

work of this type successfully completed.

2. Bidders are advised to examine any Plans and Specifications carefully and to make examinations

of the site of the proposed work as necessary to familiarize themselves with local conditions,

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which may affect the proposed work. Bidders are also advised to inform themselves fully in regard

to conditions W1der which the work will be performed. Meriwether CoW1ty will not be responsible

for Bidder's errors or misjudgment, nor for any information on local conditions or general laws

and regulations.

3. Any W1authorized additions, conditions, limitations, or provisions attached to the Bid shall render

it informal and may be cause for rejection.

4. No Bids may be withdrawn after submission for a period of 60 days after the date set for opening

thereof.

5. Meriwether CoW1ty reserves the right to reject any and all bids from any person, firm, or

corporation who is in arrears in any department or obligation to Meriwether CoW1ty, Georgia.

6. Individuals, firms, and businesses seeking an award of a Meriwether County contract may not

initiate or continue any verbal or written communications regarding a solicitation with any CoWt1 y

officer, elected official, employee or other CoW1ty representative without permission of the

CoW1ty Administrator between the date of the issuance of the solicitation and the date of the final

contract award by the Board ofCommissioners. The CoW1ty Administrator will review violations.

If determined that such communication has compromised the competitive process, the offer

submitted by the individual, firm or business may be disqualified from consideration for award.

F. AWARDOFCONTRACT

I. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder whose bid will be

most advantageous to Meriwether CoW1ty with price and other factors considered.

2. Prior to the award of the contract, the successful bidder may be required to submit documentation

demonstrating the bidder's ability to commence, proceed, and complete in a timely manner. A

bidder's failure to demonstrate the ability to proceed as required may result in the award to the

next low, responsive and responsible bidder, as deemed in the CoW1ty's best interest.

G. RETAINAGE

1. Retainage on work completed will be withheld by Meriwether CoW1ty as follows:

A. The county shall retain 5% of the gross value ofthe completed work, indicated by current

estimates, until all pay items are substantially completed.

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Scope ofWork:

MERIWETHER COUNTY PROJECT DESCRIPTION

1. Purpose and Intent

Meriwether County Fire & Rescue seeks qualified vendors to furnish and deliver two (2) complete Firefighting Tanker

Truck that meets or exceeds the specifications contained in this Scope ofWork. The unit shall be new, fully operational,

and ready for immediate service upon delivery.

2. General Requirements

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tanker truck built on a new

workmanship shall comply

with

applicable DOT, NFPA, and Georgia state regulations.

The contractor shall provide full manufacturer's warranties for both the chassis and the tanker body.

3. Technical Specifications

A. Tank Configuration

• 4,000-gallon low-profile tank, modified elliptical or flat-side "O" round design

• Dimensions: 14' L x 5'4" H x 90" W

• Construction: ¼" carbon steel bottom and end plates; 3/16" top and baffles

• Two (2) cross baffles with 2" tubular bracing and gussets

• 14' of3" internal plumbing to pressurize rear outlets

• Internal collar coating and zinc anodes for corrosion protection

• Six (6) 3" fire hydrant fills with 2½" fire hose adapters

• 20" x IO" Betts vented manway with access ladder and lifting eyes

• Carbon steel fenders welded to tank subframe

• DOT-compliant lighting and clear-coated DFI Elite Red finish

• Water-level indicator lights on both sides and rear with four-color increments

B. Pump and Spraying System

• Hot-shift PTO for Allison transmission; direct mount PTO pump

• Berkeley 4" x 4" self-priming pump (700 GPM minimum) or equivalent

• 30-gallon hydraulic reservoir with filtering and vented fill cap

• Two (2) rear-mounted 2½" pressurized outlets with ball valves

• One (1) 10" rear inlet with air-operated dump valve capable ofdumping to either side

• Six (6) total 3" inlets with check valves and fire hose adapters

• In-cab controls with independent air switches for each spray head

C. Storage and Lighting

• Three (3) aluminum toolboxes:

o One (1) 48" x 24" x 24" curbside under tank

o Two (2) 24" x 24" x 24" mounted on each side ofextended rear bumper

• Dual stainless steel "T' handle latches and gas shocks

• LED work lights (rear, front comers, and pump area)

D. Emergency Lighting

• Whelen ION red LED warning lights with clear lenses

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o Four (4) grille-mounted

o Six (6) along truck sides as intersection lights

o Four (4) mounted on rear

• Exact light placement to be approved by Fire Rescue Chief

E. Subframe Assembly

• 6" heavy-duty carbon steel welded subframe

• UHMW sub-slate material for chassis protection

• 14' length suitable for tandem-axle chassis with 24" extended rear bumper

F. Vehicle Chassis

• Freightliner 108SD 2025 (or equivalent) tandem axle chassis

• Cummins L9 330 HP engine @ 2000 RPM with engine brake

• Allison 3000 RDS 6-speed automatic transmission

• Suspension: 16,000 lb. front/ 40,000 lb. rear (Hendrickson RT403)

• 54,000 GVW I 5.86 gear ratio/ double frame

• 60-gallon aluminum fuel tank (driver side)

• Air conditioning, air brakes, air ride driver's seat

• Aluminum Budd wheels and Continental tires (front and rear}

• 12V battery plug-in and all Freightliner factory warranties

4. Design and Function

The system shall maximize operational efficiency while minimizing maintenance costs. The hydraulic system shall

enable low RPM engine operation (900-1200 RPM) while maintaining pump RPM (2100-3100 RPM). Each spray head

shall be independently operated to optimize water direction and flow control.

5. Delivery and Inspection

• The completed unit shall be delivered to:

Meriwether County Fire & Rescue

59 Hill Haven Rd, P.0. Box 628

Greenville, GA 30222

• Final inspection and acceptance will be conducted by the Fire Chief or designee.

6. Warranty and Documentation

The vendor shall provide:

• Manufacturer's standard warranty for chassis and tank body

• Operator and service manuals (digital and hard copy)

• Certification ofcompliance with bid specifications

G. Timeline:

Vehicles should be delivered no later than 6 months after the contracts are executed.

H. COMPLIANCE WITH OSHA STANDARDS AND REGULATIONS

The work connected with this Contract shall be performed in accordance with all applicable State

regulations and standards including any additions or revisions thereto until the job is completed and

accepted by Meriwether County.

I. INSPECTION

Meriwether County has the right to inspect the vehicles to ensure that all specifications are

satisfactory and meet the requirements outlined in the scope of work by Fire Chiefor designee.

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