Description
The City of Asheville is seeking a single vendor to supply a fleet of brand‑new Ford Police Interceptor SUVs for its police department. The procurement includes both hybrid unmarked vehicles and gasoline‑powered marked vehicles, each equipped with a comprehensive police‑upgrade package (lighting, sirens, wiring harnesses, interior accessories, and specific exterior colors). Delivery is FOB the City’s fleet facility in Asheville, with required advance notice and inspection procedures. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bid, and the vendor must be compliant with the city’s MWBE and tax‑delinquency policies.
• Quantity: 5 hybrid unmarked and 16 gas‑powered marked Interceptor SUVs (total 21 vehicles).
• Mandatory equipment: Police Upgrade Package, LED wig‑wag head‑ and tail‑lamps, wiring kits, deflector plates, noise‑suppression bonds, and color‑specific paint (hybrid: various, gas: Oxford White).
• Delivery: FOB Asheville, 8 AM‑3 PM weekdays, with ≥ 3 business‑day notice; inspection within 30 working days of receipt.
• Submission: Sealed bid due 16 Apr 2026 3 PM; questions due 7 Apr 2026 3 PM.