Description
This contract is a sealed‑bid Invitation to Bid (ITB) issued by Cuyahoga County for the acquisition of Ford commercial vehicles—specifically F‑550 trucks, Rangers, and Police Interceptors—plus required vehicle modifications. The county seeks qualified vendors who can supply and modify these vehicles to meet the specifications outlined in requisition RQ11528. Bids were to be submitted by 11:00 A.M. on 17 April 2023, with a pre‑bid conference held on 22 March 2023. Bids exceeding $50,000 required a $500 bid bond (or equivalent certified instrument). Vendors must be registered in the county’s Supplier Portal, placed on the official plan‑holder list, and registered with the County Inspector General to be eligible for award. The award has been made, though the winning vendor’s identity is not disclosed in the provided documents.
• Scope: Purchase and modification of Ford F‑550, Ranger, and Police Interceptor vehicles.
• Procurement method: Sealed‑bid competitive (ITB) with a $50K bid‑bond threshold.
• Key compliance: Supplier portal registration, plan‑holder status, Inspector General registration.