Hawaii eProcurement Portal #IFB D26-069

Hawaii DOE Solicitation for Extended Length Cargo Vans (Ford Transit 250 or Equivalent)

This opportunity involves supplying and delivering new extended length cargo vans to the Hawaii State Department of Education's School Food Services Branch for use across multiple islands and school locations. - Government Buyer: - Hawaii State Department of Education, School Food Services Branch - Procurement and Contracts Branch - OEMs and Vendors: - Ford is the only OEM explicitly named (Ford Transit 250 Extended Cargo Van with High Roof) - Equivalent models from other manufacturers are permitted - Products/Services Requested: - New 2026 or current year production model extended length cargo vans - Preferred: Ford Transit 250 Extended Cargo Van with High Roof or equivalent - Quantity: 3 vans (per main solicitation) - Key specifications: - Minimum cargo height: 6–8 feet (7 feet specified in one attachment) - Engine: Approximately 3.5L PFDi 6-cylinder, flex fuel - Transmission: Automatic - Minimum wheelbase: 148 inches - Minimum GVWR: 9,150 pounds - Minimum seating: 2 - Safety features: Front and side airbags, reverse/rear view camera, back-up alarm - Cargo features: Installed windowless partition, E-tracks, tie-down belts, one-piece high-density polyethylene composite floor, heavy-duty scuff plates - Remote-controlled tailgate lift (Tommy Gate V2 Series or equivalent), 1,100 lbs capacity - Minimum 5 doors, power windows, adjustable mirrors, white or similar exterior color - No cargo area windows preferred - Warranties: Bumper-to-bumper (3 years/36,000 miles), powertrain (5 years/60,000 miles), corrosion perforation (5 years/unlimited miles), safety restraint (5 years/60,000 miles) - Authorized service facility maintenance and repair on each island where vehicles are located - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Vendors must be manufacturer-authorized distributors or dealers - Must maintain an office and authorized service facility with manufacturer-trained technicians and parts inventory on each island - Delivery to multiple specified school locations across Oahu, Hawaii (Hilo and Kona), Maui, and Kauai - Compliance with all Federal and State of Hawaii safety requirements - Bid price must include all fees, taxes, and delivery - Open to Hawaii-based and compliant non-Hawaii businesses - Delivery Locations: - Over 25 specific public school addresses across the Hawaiian Islands - Central oversight by the Hawaii State Department of Education

Description

This solicitation is for furnishing and delivering new cargo vans to the Hawaii State Department of Education School Food Services Branch across multiple islands including Hawaii, Kauai, Maui, and Oahu. The procurement includes detailed technical specifications for the vans, such as model year, engine type, cargo height, and safety features. Vendors must submit bids electronically through the Hawaii eProcurement System (HIePRO) by April 29, 2026, and comply with all state and federal statutes. The solicitation requires vendors to have authorized service facilities on each island and designate a local point of contact for contract matters.

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