Automotive Supplies / City

The City of Worcester issued a sealed‑bid solicitation (CR‑8003‑W3) for non‑OEM automotive parts to support its municipal fleet of roughly 635 light‑duty vehicles. The contract is a three‑year, multi‑supplier award with up to five vendors, requiring each vendor to submit a firm discount off the manufacturer’s latest price list for every listed part category. Winners must provide new (or clearly identified remanufactured) parts, a one‑year unconditional warranty, software for part identification and ordering at no cost, technical bulletins, and a fleet survey within 30 days of award. Delivery locations include several Worcester sites and one Holden site, with a default 12‑day delivery window and same‑day emergency delivery capability. The City will audit pricing, requires quarterly and annual reporting, and mandates specific insurance coverages. No bond amounts or contract value were disclosed. • Scope: supply of non‑OEM automotive parts (e.g., rotors, filters, brakes, belts, fluids) for city vehicles ≤ 25,000 lb GVW. • Award Method: discount‑percentage scoring; up to five vendors may be awarded, minimum three. • Obligations: warranty, software provision, technical bulletins, fleet survey, reporting, insurance, and compliance with audit provisions.