Toms River, NJ – The Township Council of Toms River has authorized the award of a contract to Hunter Jersey Peterbilt for the purchase of three new 2024 Automated Side-Loading Refuse Collection Trucks. Hunter Jersey Peterbilt emerged as the sole bidder meeting all bid specifications and was chosen as the vendor for this procurement.
The trucks, which the Department of Public Works will use, come with the option to purchase an additional truck within one year. The total maximum amount for the contract is set at $1,195,563.00.
The Township Council’s decision to award the contract to Hunter Jersey Peterbilt followed a thorough bidding process. The vendor was selected based on their ability to meet all bid specifications and requirements while offering competitive pricing.
The council’s priority was to ensure that the chosen vendor could provide the township with high-quality, new, and unused automated side-loading refuse collection trucks.
The automated side-loading feature will streamline the refuse collection process, leading to improved productivity and reduced manual labor requirements for the Department of Public Works.
The contract allows for the initial purchase of three trucks, which will be 2024 models and unused. Additionally, the township has the option to acquire an additional truck within one year, further strengthening their waste management capabilities. The trucks are expected to be durable, reliable, and equipped with the necessary features to optimize refuse collection operations.
The total maximum amount approved for the contract is $1,195,563.00. This financial allocation demonstrates the council’s commitment to responsible spending while ensuring that the Department of Public Works has the necessary resources to carry out its duties effectively.