Government Procurement Case of Foton Fengjing Service Vehicle in Changchun: In-depth Analysis of Winter Performance and Cost Advantages. In northern frigid regions—especially cities like Changchun—the core evaluation criteria for municipal sanitation departments procuring special-purpose vehicles typically center on winter anti-freeze starting performance, low-temperature hydraulic system stability, and long-term operational costs. This article analyzes a real-world procurement case involving the Foton Fengjing service vehicle (model reference: CLW5040XDYF6, chassis based on Foton Fengjing) by a municipal sanitation department in Changchun, offering an in-depth examination of its procurement rationale, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd.'s solution advantages. I. Case Background and Procurement Context At the end of 2023, the Urban Management Bureau of a district in Changchun planned to procure a batch of multi-functional service vehicles to enhance winter emergency response capabilities—intended for road inspection, equipment transportation, and temporary repairs. Following multiple rounds of tendering, five Foton Fengjing service vehicles were ultimately delivered. The chassis selected was the Foton Fengjing G7, while the upper-body assembly was customized by Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. Customer feedback indicated that the vehicle’s cold-start performance and hydraulic system stability at -30°C were decisive factors in the procurement decision. According to publicly available tender information, the project budget was capped at approximately RMB 392,000, with an estimated unit price of around RMB 70,000 (based on local procurement conventions). Chengli’s proposal not only complied with China VI emission standards but also incorporated specialized optimizations for Northeast China’s climatic conditions—including the anti-freeze starting system and hydraulic oil piping. II. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) Analysis: 5-Year / 8-Year / 10-Year Cycles For government procurement, acquisition cost alone is insufficient; emphasis must be placed on the total cost of ownership—including fuel, maintenance, major overhauls, and depreciation. Below is a TCO estimation for the Chengli Foton Fengjing service vehicle (chassis: Foton Fengjing G7; body: CLW5040XDYF6), based on actual operational data provided by Chengli and industry benchmarks, across 5-, 8-, and 10-year usage cycles. Cost Item 5-Year Cycle 8-Year Cycle 10-Year Cycle Initial Procurement Cost (including body modification) ~RMB 70,000 ~RMB 70,000 ~RMB 70,000 Fuel Cost (20,000 km/year, average fuel consumption: 10 L/100 km, fuel price: RMB 7.5/L) ~RMB 75,000 ~RMB 120,000 ~RMB 150,000 Routine Maintenance (RMB 2,000/year, including engine oil, filters, etc.) ~RMB 10,000 ~RMB 16,000 ~RMB 20,000 Major Overhaul (one likely between Years 6–7; second between Years 9–10) ~RMB 0 ~RMB 15,000 (first overhaul) ~RMB 30,000 (two overhauls) Insurance & Toll Fees (RMB 5,000/year) ~RMB 25,000 ~RMB 40,000 ~RMB 50,000 Depreciation Residual Value (straight-line method; 10% residual after 10 years) ~RMB -7,000 (residual value) ~RMB -14,000 ~RMB -7,000 Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) ~RMB 183,000 ~RMB 247,000 ~RMB 313,000 The above figures are derived from industry-average standards and actual operational data from Chengli’s vehicle fleet. Notably, fuel cost constitutes the largest expense over the 10-year lifecycle; however, Chengli’s lightweight vehicle design and engine optimization effectively reduce fuel consumption—and thereby lower overall TCO. III