Description
This opportunity concerns the fabrication and delivery of a dump body with an integrated hoist for a chassis, to be used by the City of Galesburg. The work includes manufacturing the unit, with delivery contingent on chassis arrival, and a specified build lead time of 14 weeks (20 weeks total for the lowest‑priced bidder). Two Illinois‑based firms submitted bids: PAFCO Truck Bodies Inc (East Peoria) at $16,983.25 and Drake Scruggs Equipment (Springfield) at $18,352.00. The bid tabulation highlights the “Low and Best Bid” but does not confirm award. The contract value is modest (≈ $17 k), with a competitive, open‑competition bidding process.
• Scope: supply and fabricate a dump body with hoist for an existing chassis.
• Lead‑time: 14 weeks after chassis delivery; 20 weeks total for the low‑bid option.
• Competition: two bidders, lowest bid $16,983.25.
• Geographic focus: City of Galesburg, Illinois; both bidders also based in Illinois.