Awarded vendors
- Mid-State Ford LLC
Description
The City of Parkersburg awarded a procurement for four new police‑grade full‑size sport‑utility vehicles (model‑year 2025 or newer, 4WD or AWD) to Mid‑State Ford LLC. The solicitation attracted multiple dealers (Whiteside, Matheny Ford, Jim Shorkey Auto Group, Mid State Chevrolet, etc.) who submitted bids ranging from roughly $188,000 to $237,000, with delivery windows spanning 60 to 180 days. The contract is a single‑award, firm‑fixed‑price purchase of four SUVs, likely intended to replace or augment the city’s police fleet. The award is listed under the city’s Finance Department “Bid Awards” page for October 2025.
• Vehicle requirement: four 2025‑or‑newer full‑size police SUVs (Chevy Tahoe or Ford Explorer) with 4WD/AWD.
• Awarded vendor: Mid‑State Ford LLC (single‑source award).
• Estimated contract value: approximately $200 k per vehicle, total near $800 k.
• Delivery timeframe: 60 – 180 days, depending on vendor capabilities.