New Government Procurement Requirements Amid the Transition to China VI Emission Standards: In-depth Analysis of the Linyi Foton Fengjing Service Vehicle Case With the continuous upgrading of national motor vehicle emission standards, the China VI standard has been fully implemented nationwide. Against this backdrop, municipal sanitation departments and street-level environmental maintenance units must not only meet daily operational needs when procuring special-purpose vehicles but also strictly comply with the China VI emission standard to achieve dual objectives of energy conservation, emission reduction, and efficient operations. This article takes a real-world case—the procurement of Foton Fengjing service vehicles by a municipal sanitation department in Linyi—as its entry point, integrating Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle’s China VI-compliant solutions and subsidy policies to provide government procurement users with a practical, reference-ready guide for vehicle selection and implementation. I. Policy Background of the China VI Transition and Timeline for Phasing Out Older Vehicles According to regulations jointly issued by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment and the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, as of July 1, 2021, all heavy-duty diesel vehicles nationwide must comply with the China VIa emission standard; effective July 1, 2023, the stricter China VIb standard was fully implemented nationwide. This means older vehicles meeting China III or China IV emission standards are being progressively phased out, and some regions have introduced subsidies to encourage early scrapping. For example, Linyi City’s “Implementation Plan for Phasing Out and Replacing Old Diesel Trucks” stipulates subsidies of approximately RMB 10,000–50,000 per vehicle for early scrapping of China III and lower-standard diesel trucks—specific amounts vary depending on vehicle type, age, local procurement practices, and individual vehicle conditions. For municipal sanitation departments, service vehicles (e.g., the Foton Fengjing series) are commonly used for inspection patrols, maintenance, and material transportation; thus, upgrading their emissions performance is especially critical. The phase-out timeline for older vehicles is as follows: - China III and lower-standard vehicles: To be largely eliminated by the end of 2025; in some areas, entry into urban core zones is already prohibited. - China IV vehicles: Early replacement is encouraged; certain cities have imposed driving restrictions or plan full elimination by 2027. - China V vehicles: While not yet subject to mandatory retirement, newly procured vehicles must comply with the China VI standard. II. Linyi Case Study: Chengli’s Foton Fengjing Service Vehicle Procurement Solution In 2025, a municipal sanitation department in Linyi planned to procure a batch of Foton Fengjing service vehicles for routine inspection patrols and equipment transportation, prompted by noncompliant emissions and rising maintenance costs of aging service vehicles. Following an open tender process, Hubei Chengli Special Purpose Automobile Co., Ltd. successfully delivered five units, leveraging its advantages as a direct manufacturer, comprehensive China VI-compliant product portfolio, and robust after-sales service network. Key Tender Information: - Procuring Entity: A municipal sanitation department in Linyi City - Vehicle Model: Foton Fengjing G9 Service Vehicle (China VI-compliant) - Quantity: 5 units - Budget: Unit price capped at approximately RMB 276,000 (based on publicly available tender information) - Delivery Requirement: Within 15 working days after contract signing Chengli’s Winning Proposal: - Chassis: Foton Fengjing G9 chassis compliant with China VIb standard, equipped with a 2.0T diesel engine delivering 110 kW output. - Bodywork: Customized tool compartment featuring storage racks, lighting system, emergency power supply, etc., tailored to inspection and maintenance require