Description
The City of Mobile issued a sealed competitive bid (Bid No. 5390) for the up‑fitting of Chevrolet Tahoe Police Patrol Vehicles. The contract calls for complete installation of a SoundOff Blueprint electronic control system, lighting, sirens, consoles, interior accessories, and various safety equipment on each vehicle. Bidders must certify the ability to finish at least three up‑fitted vehicles per week, provide detailed wiring diagrams, meet strict automotive‑grade wiring standards (mechanical crimp + solder + heat‑shrink for ≥10 AWG), and supply warranties and spare‑parts support. The bid deadline was extended to March 18 2020, with a 5 % bid bond required and payment terms of net‑20 days. No vendor was disclosed in the public documents.
• Up‑fit Chevrolet Tahoe PPVs (approx. 4‑70 units) with SoundOff Blueprint system and related accessories.
• Mandatory installation standards: protected wiring, soldered connections, full wiring diagrams, and compliance with SAE/CA lighting regulations.
• Vendor must hold City business license, be E‑Verify‑registered, and (if out‑of‑state) obtain an Alabama Certificate of Authority.