Vehicles: Automobiles/Trucks/Sport Utility

This Invitation to Bid (I‑B) is issued by the Goodbuy Purchasing Cooperative for the procurement of a catalog of vehicles—automobiles, trucks, and sport‑utility vehicles—intended for use by its member public entities. The bid is a “catalog bid” with a contract term from 1 January 2027 through 31 December 2027. Bidders must submit sealed, encrypted bids through the cooperative’s online submission system by 10 AM on 10 November 2026. The cooperative will accept alternate brands and discounts, but the bid does not qualify for the profit‑sharing plan. Pricing must be firm for at least 90 days, freight‑prepaid, and include all handling charges. Delivery is required within ten working days of a purchase order, and the bidder must maintain inventory to meet fluctuating member demand (±25 %). The cooperative may award items individually or in groups and may require performance bonds. • Scope: Supply of new automobiles, trucks, and SUVs (catalog‑style) to multiple public‑sector members in Texas. • Contract term: 1 year (2027). • Bid submission: Encrypted online bid by 11/10/2026 10:00 AM CT; no pre‑bid meeting. • Pricing: Discount‑off‑catalog, firm for 90 days, freight‑prepaid, F.O.B. destination. • Delivery: Within 10 working days of PO; must meet specified delivery windows. • Quantity: Estimated needs with a ±25 % flexibility; exact volumes not disclosed. • Evaluation: Price, reputation, quality, warranty, delivery capability, past performance, and compliance with minority‑business goals. • Mandatory compliance: Warranty ≥ 90 days, MSDS for chemicals, tax‑exemption handling, and adherence to Texas law.