Project Background: Procurement Requirements and Pain Points for Changde Municipal Service Vehicles In early 2026, a district-level municipal authority in Changde City initiated a procurement project for Ford New Generation V348 service vehicles, intended for mobile maintenance, emergency response, material delivery, and on-site office operations within its jurisdiction. The project budget was capped at RMB 515,000, with plans to procure four customized service vehicles. Prior to launch, the procurement team faced multiple challenges: - **Vehicle Selection Uncertainty**: The Ford New Generation V348 chassis is available in numerous configurations—how to select one compliant with China VI emission standards, suitable for customization, and eligible for blue license plates (drivable with a Class C driver’s license)? - **Budget Constraints**: Government funding is strictly controlled; the entire process—including vehicle procurement, customization, and end-to-end services—must be completed within the allocated budget, with no hidden fees. - **Tight Delivery Timeline**: Vehicles must be delivered within 30 days after contract signing, including registration, inspection, and final acceptance—leaving minimal margin for delay. - **After-Sales Concerns**: As these service vehicles will operate long-term in Changde, does Ford’s nationwide chassis warranty coverage extend to this region? Are repair support and spare parts for the custom upper-body assemblies readily available locally? - **Out-of-Province Registration**: All vehicles must be registered at the Changde City Vehicle Administration Office. Full compliance with official announcements, emission standards, annual inspection requirements, and commercial operation approval is mandatory. Following extensive market research and supplier evaluation, the procurement entity selected Chengli Special Purpose Vehicle Co., Ltd. as its partner. Chengli stands out with: - Official production qualification for special-purpose vehicles issued by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), ensuring full compliance with national announcements and seamless nationwide registration; - Certification as a National High-Tech Enterprise; - ISO 9001 quality management system certification and CCC (China Compulsory Certification); - Authorized first-tier distributor status for Dongfeng, Sinotruk, and Foton chassis; - Proven experience in government procurement projects. Chengli won the bid with a total contract value of RMB 432,000 (tax-inclusive landed price), covering four Ford New Generation V348 service vehicles—including customization, transportation, and license plate registration services. Solution: Chengli’s Customized Service Vehicle Project Plan 1. **Vehicle Selection & Chassis Configuration** Based on Changde’s municipal operational needs, Chengli recommended the Ford New Generation V348 chassis, powered by a China VI-compliant engine and backed by Ford’s factory-provided nationwide warranty. To meet Class C licensing requirements, the selected model qualifies for blue license plates (gross vehicle weight ≤ 4.5 tons), with overall length kept under 5.8 meters—ensuring legal operation by drivers holding a Class C1 or C2 license. Key Specifications: | Parameter | Value / Description | |-----------|---------------------| | Chassis Model | Ford New Generation V348 (China VI) | | Engine Power | 103 kW (140 hp) | | Wheelbase | 3,750 mm | | Gross Vehicle Weight | 4.5 tons (blue plate eligible) | | Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5,780 × 1,974 × 2,360 mm | | Seating Capacity | 3–6 seats (including driver) | | Emission Standard | China VI | | Transmission | 6-speed manual | | Tire Specification | 215/75R16LT | During selection, Chengli Sales Manager Zhang Yue (Tel: +86 150 7165 3332) directly addressed the procurement team’s key concern—“Which vehicles can be driven with a Class C license?”—by clarifying blue-plate vehicle