PURCHASE OF VEHICLES FOR CAMERON COUNTY DEPARTMENTS

Cameron County’s Purchasing Department issued a sealed‑bid competitive solicitation (Bid # 251201) to acquire a broad fleet of new‑model vehicles—including pickups, full‑size trucks, SUVs, passenger and cargo vans, and police‑package vehicles—for use across county departments. The contract is a one‑year, multi‑award agreement with four Texas‑based automotive dealers, each receiving line‑item awards for the categories they bid on. Bids were due on 10 Dec 2025, opened the same day, and the award was formalized on 30 Dec 2025. The county set a 30 % HUB participation goal but did not reserve the contract exclusively for small businesses. Pricing is submitted on a unit‑price basis, with a minimum 36‑month/36 000‑mile warranty and required public‑liability insurance. The contract may be renewed for a second year under the same terms. • Scope: 11 vehicle categories (A‑M) ranging from mid‑size crew‑cab pickups to full‑size police SUVs and 15‑passenger vans. • Procurement method: Full and open competition, sealed‑bid, unit‑price evaluation. • Award: Four dealers (BOGGUS TIPTON MOTORS, Caldwell Country Chevrolet II, Grapevine DCJ, Gullo Ford of Conroe) received line‑item awards; each must meet detailed technical specs and delivery windows (45‑180 days). • Term: 1 year with optional 1‑year renewal; unit prices locked for the contract year.