Intent: The intent of this bid specification is to cover the furnishing and delivery to the City of St. Louis two (2) ¾ ton 4x4 extended or crew cab pick up trucks with snow plows installed, trucks to be equipped as herein specified. They are to be used by Foremen of the Refuse Division to aid in clearing alley approaches and alleys during inclement weather. They will be used year-round with or without the plow attached. The bids shall include State Contract pricing. Each item is to be marked with an X in either yes, no or exception by the bidder. All exceptions shall be explained using a separate sheet if necessary. Chassis: Comply: _____ Yes _____No ______ Exception ¾ ton extended or crew cab chassis with a GVWR of at least 10,000 Lbs. , V8 gasoline powered engine, automatic transmission and 4x4 shift on the fly transfer case, single rear wheels, and wheelbase shall not be greater than 175”. Equipped with snow plow/camper or equivalent package. White in color. Axles: Comply: _____ Yes _____No ______ Exception Front GAWR of at least 5,000 Lbs. Rear GAWR of at least 6,300 Lbs. Rear axle ratio of 3.73 with locking differential. Engine: Comply: _____ Yes _____No ______ Exception Gasoline powered 90 degree V8 with a minimum displacement of 6.0 liters, minimum of 400 Hp and 440 Lbs./Ft of torque, and federal emissions package. Transmission: Comply: _____ Yes _____No ______ Exception 10 speed automatic with selectable drive modes (tow/haul function). Interior: Comply: _____ Yes _____No ______ Exception Standard work or fleet truck appointments and safety features. Cloth or vinyl seats (black or gray in color). Rubberized floor covering, NO CARPET. Exterior: Comply: _____ Yes _____No ______ Exception White in color, 17” or 18” steel wheels, 4 wheel disc brakes w/4 wheel ABS. Cargo box length shall not be less than 6.5’. Black front and rear bumpers, manual folding and extending towing mirrors with black covers. Low profile amber LED beacon mounted on roof of cab, and LED corner strobes mounted in light assemblies.
