Case Study: Municipal Sanitation Department in Jinan Procures Service Vehicles — A Comprehensive Review from Tendering to Delivery. In Q4 2025, a municipal sanitation department in Jinan issued a public tender for a batch of multi-functional service vehicles to meet daily inspection, emergency repair, and equipment transportation needs. The project budget was capped at approximately RMB 1.336 million, with plans to procure six vehicles for road maintenance, small equipment transport, and staff commuting within its jurisdiction. After multiple rounds of evaluation, Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Chengli") won the bid with the highest comprehensive score and delivered six Fengjing service vehicles built on Foton chassis. This article provides an in-depth analysis—from tender background and participating brands to comparative assessment and reasons for Chengli’s success—to serve as a reference for similar procurement projects. I. Project Background and Procurement Requirements This procurement project was initiated by the Urban Management Bureau of a district in Jinan, primarily supporting environmental maintenance and emergency response across local streets. Key requirements included: • Multi-functionality: Vehicles must accommodate 6–8 passengers and carry cargo (1–2 tons), capable of transporting small cleaning equipment, maintenance tools, and emergency supplies. • Chassis Reliability: High chassis stability required for urban roads and some rural sections. • Body Flexibility: Customizable cabin configurations—including partitions, storage cabinets, and power outlets—to meet on-site operational needs. • After-sales Responsiveness: Suppliers must provide localized service support, guaranteeing fault response within 24 hours. According to publicly available tender information, the total project budget was approximately RMB 1.336 million, with unit price capped at around RMB 200,000. The procuring entity specifically emphasized compliance with China VI emission standards, complete official vehicle announcements, and nationwide registration and annual inspection eligibility. II. Major Participating Brands and Their Proposals The tender attracted bids from several leading manufacturers, including Foton Motor, Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle, Jiangling Motors, and JAC Motors. Each submitted proposals leveraging their respective strengths: • Foton Motor: Based on the Foton Fengjing G7 chassis, offering factory-built service vehicles with official announcements; quoted at ~RMB 245,000 per unit (~RMB 1.32 million total). Strengths: Strong brand recognition and original-equipment manufacturer (OEM) chassis warranty. Weaknesses: Slightly over budget and limited customization options. • Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle: Utilizing the same Foton Fengjing chassis, but with Chengli-developed body modifications; quoted at ~RMB 220,000 per unit (~RMB 1.188 million total). Strengths: Direct factory sales, flexible configuration options, and high cost-effectiveness. Weaknesses: Relatively lower brand visibility in the service vehicle segment compared to Foton’s OEM offering. • Jiangling Motors: Built on the Jiangling Teshun chassis; quoted at ~RMB 234,000 per unit (~RMB 1.26 million total). Strengths: Diesel engine fuel efficiency. Weaknesses: Longer modification lead time and insufficient after-sales network coverage in Jinan. • JAC Motors: Based on the JAC Xingrui chassis; quoted at ~RMB 228,000 per unit (~RMB 1.23 million total). Strengths: Spacious interior. Weaknesses: Lower chassis stability and smaller market presence compared to Foton. III. Comparative Analysis Table of Participating Brands (Aligned with Project Requirements) The table below quantitatively compares participating brands across dimensions such as price, configuration, and after-sales support, based on publicly available tender data and industry practice. Specific contractual terms prevail.