Opportunity

Merced County Procureware #7679

Merced County purchase of one midsize front-wheel-drive SUV

Posted

October 09, 2026

Respond By

October 23, 2026

Identifier

7679

NAICS

441110

Merced County is seeking one new midsize front-wheel-drive SUV for county use, with Ford Explorer and Chevrolet Traverse identified as preferred models. - Government buyer: Merced County, Department of Administrative Services, Administrative Services - Purchasing Division. - OEMs named: Ford and Chevrolet. The Explorer and Traverse are preferred; compliant equivalent vehicles may be offered. - Vehicle requested: One new, current-production midsize SUV with a gasoline engine, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive, white exterior, dark interior, and seating for at least five. No part number is specified. - Required features and equipment: ABS, electronic stability control or equivalent, airbags, tire-pressure monitoring, backup camera, all-season tires, spare tire or tire-mobility system, foldable rear seats, front and rear heating and air conditioning, AM/FM radio with Bluetooth or equivalent, power windows and locks, cruise control, floor mats, owner's manual, and manufacturer-standard equipment. Roof rails are preferred; keyless entry is required if standard on the vehicle. - Condition and documentation: Vehicle must meet applicable FMVSS requirements and be delivered new, undamaged, and in good operating condition. Bidder must provide a vehicle specification sheet and identify any exceptions. Manufacturer-standard new-vehicle warranty and required equipment and accessories are required. The County will inspect the vehicle before acceptance. - Insurance requirement: The contractor must maintain commercial general liability coverage of $1 million per occurrence and $2 million aggregate, automobile liability coverage of $1 million per accident or stated split limits, and workers' compensation as required by California law, including $1 million employers' liability. County-required endorsements, additional-insured status, primary and non-contributory coverage, cancellation notice, and subcontractor coverage apply.

Description

Merced County is soliciting bids for one new, current-production mid-size front-wheel-drive SUV. The vehicle must meet the listed specifications, including a white exterior, dark interior, seating for at least five passengers, and applicable safety requirements; Ford Explorer or Chevrolet Traverse is preferred. The awarded bidder must deliver and invoice the vehicle no later than December 4, 2026, and the vehicle will be inspected upon delivery. Bids must be submitted through the Merced County ProcureWare system.

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