Emergency Vehicle Upfitting Services

The County of Frederick, Maryland is seeking bids from qualified contractors to provide labor, equipment, and materials necessary for the installation and repair of emergency warning equipment to emergency vehicles. The contract period shall be for 1 year commencing on or about April 21, 2026, with a renewal option for four additional years in one-year increments, exercisable at the sole discretion of the County. The contract will involve upfitting of various emergency vehicles, including fire command SUVs or pick-up trucks, EMS full-size SUVs, police interceptor utility SUVs, police sedans, K-9, and SWAT vehicles. The contractor must have been actively engaged in the field of emergency vehicle upfitting for a minimum of five years. Some key features of the contract include: • Installation of emergency warning equipment, including lighting and sirens • Installation of radio and communication systems, including Motorola 8500 Mobile Radio and accessories • Installation of partitions, slide-out trays, and graphics • Compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including SAE standards, NFPA 1901, and FMVSS • Provision of electrical system documentation, as-built wiring schematics, and equipment manuals • Maintenance of required insurance coverage, including commercial general liability, garage liability, auto liability, and workers' compensation The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, and the contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible contractor offering the greatest discounts.