REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
CITY OF BATH FIRE DEPARTMENT
Issued: October 5, 2026
You are cordially invited to submit a proposal for a New Type III ambulance in accordance with the attached specifications, terms and conditions. Prospective respondents are advised to read this information over carefully prior to submitting a proposal.
All proposals/bids must be received by:
November 5, 2026 at 1600hrs. EST
Request_for_Proposal_Rescue_2026.pdf(PDF, 856KB)
INSTRUCTIONS TO BIDDERS:
Bidders are requested to read the complete bid invitation carefully and submit their proposals in strict accordance with the requirements set forth.
Any questions regarding this specification must be submitted in writing and received by Deputy Chief Cummings by November 5, 2026 @ 1600. Clarifications, corrections and or changes shall be sent out via e-mail to all prospective bidders.
The purchaser reserves the right to reject any or all bids or accept any bid presented which meet or exceed these specifications and which the purchaser may deem shall be in the best interest of the Bath Fire Department regardless of the amount proposed.
The complete apparatus shall be manufactured within the continental United States. Vehicles manufactured outside of the Continental USA shall not be considered. No exceptions will be permitted to this section of the document.
IMPORTANT DATES:
October 5, 2026 – RFP Issuance
October 22, 2026 - Final day to request clarification of specifications.
November 5, 2026 - Deadline for Submission: No later than 1600 hrs.
November 5, 2026 - Bid opening at 1605 hrs.
SEALED BID PROPOSAL MUST BE ADDRESSED TO:
Bath Fire Department Telephone: 207-443-5034
C/O Deputy Chief Chris Cummings
E-Mail: ccummings@cityofbathmaine.gov
864 High Street
Bath, Maine 04530