How to bid on a PT 1000 Refuse Compactor Garbage Truck for Lookout Mountain, GA

What the City of Lookout Mountain, GA, is buying

The City of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, is seeking bids for a new PT 1000 refuse compactor garbage truck. This truck must be mounted on a Freightliner chassis with a Cummins engine and Allison transmission. Key features required include dual cart tippers, dual hopper work lights, and a third-eye camera system.

The successful bidder must provide specific warranties: a full two-year warranty on the engine and transmission, and a one-year warranty on all other components. Local service facilities in Walker County, Georgia, or Hamilton County, Tennessee, are also required for warranty and post-warranty service.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

The deadline for submitting sealed bids is September 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET. Bids will be opened at this time at City Hall, located at 1214 Lula Lake Road, Lookout Mountain, GA 30750. There is also an optional pre-bid meeting on May 26, 2026, at 1:00 PM ET at the same City Hall address.

Delivery of the completed truck is required within 90 days after the City's acceptance of the bid. The bid price must include all costs, including delivery, with no additional charges.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is suitable for qualified manufacturers, vehicle dealers, or suppliers of refuse compactors and garbage trucks. Firms must be able to supply a new PT 1000 refuse compactor on a Freightliner chassis with the specified engine and transmission, along with the required accessories.

A critical requirement is the ability to provide local service in Walker County, Georgia, or Hamilton County, Tennessee, with fully staffed service facilities. This ensures the truck can be maintained during and after the warranty period.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full solicitation details, you need to view the original source on the Georgia Procurement Registry (GPR). Viewing the posting and its documents is public and does not require an account.

Sealed bids must be filed with the City Clerk of the City of Lookout Mountain, Georgia, before the deadline. Ensure your bid includes copies of the warranty, proposed bill of sale, and any other contract or sales documents for the City's review. The City reserves the right to inspect the specific vehicle offered and your service facilities before accepting a bid.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all specifications to ensure your proposed truck meets every requirement, including the chassis, engine, transmission, and accessories like dual cart tippers and the third-eye camera system. Any deviation could disqualify your bid.

Clearly detail your warranty offerings for the engine, transmission, and other components, ensuring they match the City's requested durations. Provide clear evidence of your local service capabilities in Walker County, Georgia, or Hamilton County, Tennessee, including information on your staffed facilities.

Ensure your bid price is all-inclusive, covering the cost of the truck, all specified features, and delivery to City Hall. Double-check that no hidden fees or add-ons are present in your submission. Submit your bid in a sealed envelope to the City Clerk by the deadline.