Fourteen (14) Passenger Vans

The document is a Request for Proposal (RFP) from the Procurement Division of Knox County, Tennessee, for the provision of 14 passenger vans. Here is a summary of the key points: **Bid Submission:** * Bids must be received by 2:00 p.m. on January 7, 2025. * Late bids will not be considered. * Bids must be submitted in a sealed envelope with the company name, bid number, bid name, and bid opening date. **General Terms and Conditions:** * Vendors must hold their price firm for 90 business days from the bid opening date. * Alternate bids will not be accepted unless authorized by the Invitation for Bid. * Knox County reserves the right to award the bid on an all-or-none basis, line-item basis, or schedule basis. * The evaluation criteria are listed in the document. **Bidder Requirements:** * Vendors must be registered with the Procurement Division prior to submitting a bid. * Vendors must provide descriptive literature with their bid. * Vendors must state the delivery time in their bid. * Vendors must deliver products "Free on Board" to the final destination. **Payment and Taxes:** * Knox County utilizes two payment methods: Purchase Orders and Credit Card (VISA). * Vendors must indicate if they will accept Knox County's Credit Card as a form of payment. * Knox County purchases are not subject to taxation. **Contract Terms:** * The contract will be governed by the laws of the State of Tennessee. * The contractor shall indemnify, defend, save, and hold harmless Knox County, its officers, agents, and employees from all suits, claims, actions, or damages. * The contractor shall comply with all federal, state, and local laws, statutes, ordinances, and regulations. **Default and Termination:** * Knox County reserves the right to terminate the contract with or without cause at any time by giving 30 calendar days' notice. * In the event of termination, Knox County reserves the right to purchase its requirements elsewhere, with or without competitive bidding. **Other Requirements:** * Vendors must provide proof of financial and business capability upon request. * Vendors must comply with the Fair Wage and Hour Laws, the National Labor Relations Act, and other federal and state employment laws as applicable. * Vendors must not engage in any illegal employment practices. Overall, the RFP document outlines the requirements and terms for the provision of 14 passenger vans to Knox County, Tennessee, and provides guidance for vendors on how to submit a bid and what to expect if they are awarded the contract.