SLUDGE TRUCK

T OWN OF EMMITSBURG
3 00A South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg, Maryland 21727; Phone: 301-600-6300; info@emmitsburgmd.gov
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
1987 INTERNATIONAL JET VAC TRUCK
Contents:
I. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................ 1
II. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................................... 4
III. PROPOSED TIMELINE .................................................................................................................. 5
IV. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION ............................................................................................ 5
I. INTRODUCTION
The Mayor and Commissioners of Emmitsburg, Maryland are requesting sealed bids for the sale
of a 1987 International Jet Vac Truck. Sealed proposals are due by 4:00 p.m. on August 31,
2026. Please see "Submittal Requirements" on how to submit your bid.
All bids must meet and/or exceed the requirements contained herein: The sale and transfer of this
motor vehicle is made on an "AS IS" basis, without any express or implied warranties, with no
recourse to the Town, provided that the Town can issue proof that it has title to the property
without any liens or encumbrances. The form of payment used must be cash, money order or
cashier's check. Sales tax will be included as part of the purchase price. The International Jet
Vac Truck. The winning bidder will have ninety (90) days to remove the markings. The truck
will be parked by the gate at the Wastewater Treatment Plant located at, 16707 Creamery Road,
Emmitsburg MD, 21727. We can accommodate pick-up times between 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monday through Thursday.
Questions? Contact Sabrina King at sking@emmitsburgmd.gov for all questions and
corresponding answers will be posted in writing on the Town's website for bidder reference.
Vehicle Details: Trucks starts and runs fine but the vacuum does not work. Jetter worked when it
was last ran but low pressure due to pump.
Make: International
Model: 2554
Engine: International DT466.7.6L inline 6 Diesel
Drivetrain: 2WD
Sterring: Power Steering, Left-hand
Year: 1987
Mileage: 28,431
Transmission: Speed Manual
VIN: 1HTZLDBR1HHS21407
Fuel: Diesel
Entertainment: No radio
Air Conditioning: No
Heat: Yes
Power Windows: Manual
Power Door Locks: Manual
Cruise Control: No

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II. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
Please submit at least (1) one hard copy of your bid to Town of Emmitsburg, Attn: Town
Manager, 300A South Seton Avenue Emmitsburg MD 21727. No email submittals will be
accepted. Please note on bids, "International Jet Vac Truck, Do Not Open." Applicants can
either mail submittals, deliver submittals to the Town Office on the 2nd floor, or place submittals in
the black drop box labeled "Town of Emmitsburg" at the rear of the Emmitsburg Community Center
(300A South Seton Ave.). If a submittal receipt is requested, please email info@emmitsburgmd.gov
or call 301-600-6300. At the minimum, all bids must include the following:
A.) Letter of Transmittal: The letter of transmittal must contain the following information:
1. Name, title, address, e-mail address, and telephone number of the person(s) whom
correspondence should be directed regarding the bid and any questions.
2. Bid offering.
3. Is the offering negotiable?
4. Indicate if you would purchase as an individual or company.
B.) Proof of Insurance:
Per Maryland State Law, the winning bidder must have vehicle insurance. Proof of insurance
will be required upon final approval of purchase.

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III. PROPOSED TIMELINE
08/18/2026 Request for proposal published.
08/31/2026 DEADLINE: Bids due by 4:00 p.m.
IV. MISCELLANEOUS INFORMATION
* The Town of Emmitsburg reserves the right to accept or reject any and/or all bids and to waive any
informalities or irregularities in the bidding process.
* The RFP creates no obligation on the part of the Town to award a contract or to compensate the proposer
for any costs incurred during the proposal presentation, response, submission, presentation, or oral
interviews (if requested/held). The Town reserves the right to award a contract based upon proposals
received without further discussion or negotiation. Proposers should not rely upon the opportunity to alter
their qualifications during discussions.
* The Town further reserves the right to make investigations as it deems necessary to determine the ability of
proposers to furnish the required services, and proposers shall furnish all such information for this
proposal as the Town may request.
* Proposers must specifically identify any portion of their submittals deemed to contain confidential or
proprietary information.
* The Town of Emmitsburg does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual
orientation, religion, age and disability in employment or the provision of services.