We know that federal, state, and local agencies have very specialized requirements. Merchants Fleet has over 50 years of experience in funding and servicing government fleets with a focus on superior service, flexible terms, customized programs, and innovative solutions and technology. We also partnered with Sourcewell to make contracting with Merchants a streamlined process for Sourcewell partner agencies.
We offer a comprehensive suite of fleet services, including leasing and maintenance options that allow you to know all the costs up front, which is essential for budget-driven government agencies. Whether it is through an operating lease or a capital lease, closed-end or open-end, our team of fleet experts is focused on helping government organizations of every size find the leasing options that maximize their budget.
A popular option is our closed-end lease, which gives you a one-stop fleet budgeting solution. When you sign a closed-end lease with Merchants Fleet, you control your costs and minimize risks. Our Full Maintenance program works the same way — you have a fixed monthly fee so there are no budgeting surprises.
Merchants Fleet is designed to meet the vehicle needs of any type of federal department or agency. Whether you need a few hundred vehicles or thousands, we can help.
Whether you’re a public works department, library, school system, or any other type of state or local agency, we can provide you with the vehicles you need.
Merchants Fleet understands that police agencies need the right vehicles for the job, which is why we offer a variety of SUVs and trucks in addition to upfitting services that include decals and wraps. We can also outfit unmarked vehicles.
Ambulances, first responder units, vans, SUVs, trucks — whatever your emergency vehicle need, we can help. We can also help install any necessary upfits, including light bars, sirens and speakers, camera systems, communication equipment, and more.
Choose from a variety of trucks, dump trucks, light-duty vehicles, vans, shuttles, buses, and more. Here’s a list of some of the vehicles we carry
(please contact us for more details or if you require a specific vehicle type that is not listed):
We have the following work truck options (and more) to meet your needs:
Whether you need a 15-passenger van or a cargo van to transport and deliver goods, we have a model that fit your needs, including (but not limited to):
As a government agency, you may have specific funding needs or be eligible for certain tax advantages.
Our flexible leasing and funding terms can accommodate your budgeting and tax requirements.
When you work with Merchants Fleet, we handle the entire acquisitions process for you. With a nationwide network of dealerships and partnerships with all major OEMs, our team ensures you get the right vehicles for your agency.
Decreased fuel and maintenance costs, as well as tax incentives, are making it more affordable to integrate EVs. Merchants Fleet has and is continuing to build the tools and services you need to make a seamless and cost-effective entry into the electric vehicle market. Our ecosystem of partners brings together the best in infrastructure and technology to present a suite of services to help you manage your EVs from acquisition to disposition. There are many reasons to consider fleet electrification, including:
Take our online assessment today to see if transitioning to electric vehicles is right for you.
No matter your needs, our truck and van upfitting services will be tailored to your government fleet size, budget, and goals. We can upfit trucks, vans, heavy-duty vehicles, commercial buses, shuttles, and passenger vehicles. Common upfitting services include:
Safety is our top priority, which is why we’ll do everything we can to ensure your vehicles are in top condition and that your drivers have the tools, education, and resources they need.
In terms of safety features, we can see what’s available through the OEM and help you budget accordingly. Some government vehicles require specific safety features or additions, such as fire extinguishers and first-aid kits. We can accommodate any special safety requests or needs.
We can offer your drivers safety training — either in the form of a generic program or one customized to your specific needs.
Merchants Fleet will also help you pull motor vehicle records and set up an alert so that you’re notified if one of your drivers has a violation.
In addition, you can monitor driver behavior with our connected vehicle technology, TotalConnect, telematics, and GPS tracking. Through the power of telematics, you can capture detailed information about braking habits, speed, after-hours usage, acceleration, and other individual driver behaviors.
Getting the right vehicles on the road is just one part of the equation. Merchants offers a full range of fleet services and technologies to maximize cost savings and ensure your fleet is safe & efficient.
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