Purchase of (1) Ford Explorer Active

Here is a summary of the RFP document text: **Project Overview** The City of Providence, Rhode Island is seeking proposals for the purchase of one Ford Explorer Active. The procurement is being managed by the Providence Water Supply Board. **Submission Guidelines** * Bids must be submitted in sealed envelopes with the item description and city department listed on the outside. * Bidders must submit two copies of their bid. * The bid package must include the following documents: + Bid Form 1: Bidder's Blank + Bid Form 2: Certification of Bidder + Bid Form 3: Certificate Regarding Public Records + Bid Form 4: Affidavit of City Vendor + Forms from the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program (if applicable) + Bidder's Proposal/Packet + Financial Assurance (if required) * Bids must be submitted to the Department of the City Clerk, Room 311, City Hall, 25 Dorrance Street, Providence, RI 02903. * The deadline for submitting bids is September 8, 2026, at 2:15 P.M. **Evaluation Criteria** * The Board of Contract and Supply will make the award to the lowest qualified and responsible bidder. * The evaluation criteria include: + Price + Quality of the product or service + Responsiveness to the specifications + Ability to deliver the product or service within the required timeframe **Bid Terms** * Financial assurances may be required for commodity or construction and service contracts. * Awards will be made within 90 days of bid opening. * All bid prices will be considered firm unless qualified otherwise. * Failure to deliver within the time quoted or failure to meet specifications may result in default. **Contact Information** * Questions about the process, forms, and submission should be directed to the Purchasing Department at [email protected]. * Questions about the Minority and Women Business Enterprise Program should be directed to Grace Diaz at [email protected]. * Questions about the specifications should be directed to Tony Fernandes at [email protected]. **Important Dates** * Deadline for submitting bids: September 8, 2026, at 2:15 P.M. * Bid opening: September 8, 2026, at 2:15 P.M. * Award announcement: within 90 days of bid opening.