Description
The City of Merced is seeking a qualified supplier (or suppliers) to provide a full suite of parts and installation services for up‑fitting up to five 2026‑or‑newer Ford Police Responder crew‑cab pickup trucks used for public‑safety applications. The solicitation is a sealed‑paper Request for Bids (RFB) that requires bidders to be authorized dealers for each listed component, submit dealer certifications, and provide unit pricing that includes all costs (transport, disposal, government fees, etc.). The contract is for a two‑year base period with an optional third‑year renewal subject to a price‑increase cap of up to 3 % based on the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index. Bids must be delivered in original and copy form to the City’s purchasing addresses by the deadline, with no electronic submissions accepted. The City reserves the right to award to the “best” bidder, not necessarily the lowest price.
• Scope: supply listed vehicle parts (e.g., bumpers, siren systems, wiring harnesses, lighting, interior consoles) and perform installation/up‑fit services on each truck within 30 days ARO.
• Requirements: must be an authorized dealer for every part, provide dealer certifications, and submit a non‑collusion affidavit; city employees are ineligible.
• Delivery & Timing: parts FOB Merced Fleet, delivery 3–5 business days ARO; installation labor within 30 days ARO; sealed‑paper bid deadline = Oct 6 2026 2 PM.