Notice to Bidders
The Houlton Fire Department (the “Department”) is soliciting sealed proposals from qualified vendors for the provision of one (1) new Mini Pumper. The unit shall be built on a Ford F-550 4×4 Crew Cab chassis with OEM Fire/Rescue package, or equivalent, meeting or exceeding the specifications outlined in the full Request for Proposal (RFP) document.
This apparatus will serve as a quick attack vehicle capable of structural fire suppression, wildland fire response, EMS first response, service calls, towing specialty trailers, and providing pump-and-roll mobile attack capability.
Specifications (Summary)
- Chassis: Ford F-550 4×4 Crew Cab XL Package or equivalent with OEM Fire/Rescue package
- GVWR: Minimum 19,500 lbs (Class 5)
- Engine/Transmission: 7.3L V8 gasoline, 10-speed automatic with PTO provision
- Exterior: Race Red paint; 19½ in. steel wheels; high-traction, off-road/snow-rated tires
- Safety/Performance: AdvanceTrac® with Roll Stability Control, Trailer Sway Control, NFPA-compliant running boards, and pump-and-roll capability
- Additional specifications and requirements are included in the complete RFP package.
Submission of Proposals
Sealed proposals must be clearly marked “Mini Pumper RFP – Houlton Fire Department” and received no later than:
Date/Time: October 31, 2025, at 2:00 PM (local time)
Location: Houlton Town Office, Attn: Purchasing Agent\Town Manager
21 Water Street, Houlton Maine 04730
Late submissions will not be accepted