Government Procurement Case and Bid-Winning Solution Analysis for Ford Transit V362 Service Vehicles in Mianyang At the end of 2023, a municipal sanitation department in Mianyang issued a procurement notice for Ford Transit V362 service vehicles, aiming to enhance daily sanitation inspections, equipment maintenance, and emergency response efficiency. Following multiple rounds of tendering, Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. delivered five customized service vehicles. Since their commissioning in early 2024, these vehicles have significantly optimized operational workflows. Based on publicly available tender information, this article analyzes the practical outcomes of this case from perspectives including efficiency improvement, cost control, and personnel allocation. I. Project Background and Procurement Requirements Previously, the department relied on conventional pickup trucks and panel vans for sanitation inspections and equipment transportation—challenges included insufficient cargo space, low fuel efficiency, and lack of specialized vehicle modifications. The newly procured Ford Transit V362 service vehicles were required to meet the following core specifications: • Vehicle Standards: China VI emission compliance; Ford Transit V362 chassis; complete official vehicle announcement (e.g., model CLW5030XDWJ6 and related technical parameters). • Modification Requirements: Integrated interior storage cabinets, workbench, emergency lighting system, and basic repair tools. • Range and Payload: Designed all-electric or total driving range ≥ 400 km; payload capacity ≈ 1.5 tons. • Budget Control: Unit price ≈ RMB 250,000; total budget capped at ≈ RMB 1,389,000 (per publicly disclosed tender information). II. Operational Data Comparison Before and After Deployment To quantify performance improvements, we compared operational data from the pre-deployment period (November–December 2023) and post-deployment period (February–March 2024). Data was sourced from internal departmental statistics (anonymized), covering key metrics such as average daily workload, staffing levels, and operating costs. | Metric | Pre-Deployment (Conventional Pickup/Panel Van) | Post-Deployment (Ford Transit V362 Service Vehicle) | Change | |--------|-----------------------------------------------|------------------------------------------------------|--------| | Avg. Daily Workload (Inspection Points/Day) | 12 | 16 | +33% | | Avg. Task Duration per Trip (Hours) | 3.5 | 2.8 | −20% | | Operators per Vehicle (Persons/Vehicle) | 3 | 2 | −33% | | Avg. Monthly Fuel Cost (RMB) | 6,800 | 5,200 | −23.5% | | Vehicle Maintenance Frequency (Times/Quarter) | 4 | 1 | −75% | As shown above, the Ford Transit V362 service vehicles delivered significant improvements across multiple dimensions. Average daily workload increased by ~33%, primarily due to optimized interior space layout and integrated equipment storage—reducing the need for repeated trips back to the warehouse for tool retrieval. Average task duration decreased by 20%, enabling broader geographic coverage. III. Analysis of Increased Daily Workload According to department feedback, the five deployed service vehicles completed over 1,200 inspection points in February alone—up ~33% compared to approximately 900 points during the same period last year. Key contributing factors include: • Integrated Design: In-vehicle foldable workbenches and categorized storage cabinets reduced equipment retrieval time by ~40%. • Powertrain & Handling: The Ford Transit V362 is equipped with a 2.0T diesel engine delivering a maximum power output of 89 kW, paired with a 6-speed manual transmission—providing more responsive acceleration in urban traffic congestion. • Emergency Response: