Opportunity
Dayton Civicplus #IFB 26049Z
City of Dayton Solicits Bids for 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Van, T-250 Extended (Order Bank and On-the-Lot Options)
Posted
June 18, 2026
Respond By
July 02, 2026
Identifier
IFB 26049Z
NAICS
423860
The City of Dayton, Ohio Division of Procurement is seeking bids from Ohio-based dealerships for the supply of new 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Vans, T-250 Extended, with both order bank and on-the-lot purchase options. - Government Buyer: City of Dayton, Ohio Division of Procurement - OEM Highlight: Ford is the specified Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) - Products Requested: - 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Van, T-250 Extended, long wheelbase, high roof - Key features: 3.5L PFDI V6 engine, 10-speed automatic transmission, all-wheel drive, Oxford White exterior, Gray interior - Equipment packages: RV Prep Package, Modified Vehicle Wiring Package, Heavy-Duty Trailer Tow Package, Upfitter Package, 16-inch silver steel wheels - Two procurement options: order bank (factory order) and on-the-lot (immediate delivery) - Quantities: 1 vehicle per option (order bank and on-the-lot) - Notable Requirements: - Bidders must be Ohio-based dealerships capable of direct manufacturer orders - Delivery timelines: 90 days for on-the-lot, 120-150 days for order bank after purchase order - Warranty and delivery requirements specified - Bidders must provide descriptive literature and specify manufacturer/model - Pricing must remain firm for the contract period; renewal price increases capped at 2% unless otherwise approved - The City reserves the right to award to multiple vendors and accept partial bids - All federal, state, and local competitive bidding laws apply
Description
This solicitation is an Invitation for Bid (IFB) issued by the City of Dayton, Ohio, for the procurement of a 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Van, T-250 Extended. The contract will establish a firm price agreement for the vehicle with pricing effective from August 1, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with one option to renew at the City's discretion. Bidders must submit electronic PDF bids by July 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM local Dayton time. The City reserves the right to award multiple vendors and to accept part of bids as deemed in the City's best interest.