Wichita Bonfire #260262

City of Wichita 13-Group Fleet Vehicle and Equipment Procurement

The City of Wichita is seeking bids for a 13-group fleet purchase of new vehicles, with separately priced configurations and equipment options. - Government buyer: City of Wichita, Public Works & Utilities Department, Fleet Division; Finance Department, Purchasing Division. - Vehicle manufacturers named: Ford, Chevrolet, and Ram are identified as indicative makes/models for certain groups; equivalent compliant vehicles may be proposed where permitted. Ford Transit Van Wagon XLT and Ford F-350 HD 2x2, Chevrolet 3500 HD 2x2, and Ram 3500 HD 2x2 are named examples. - Equipment and accessory OEMs/vendors named: Whelen (TACF 85, TACF 85LED, JE2AAAA, JE2AAA, SX8BBRR, VTX609A and Liberty-series light bars), RKI (WG 10), Knapheide (KK83B), Westin (HDX), GoLight (Stryker), Gamber Johnson (also written “Gambar Johnson”), Jotto Desk (Model 4255020R; also written “Joto Desk”), Weather Guard, Line-X, and Road Watch. The source also uses the wording “OMBWEWICH Whelen” for specified light-bar options. - Base vehicle quantities: one vehicle in each of 13 groups: compact pickup; half-ton pickup; three-quarter-ton pickup; one-ton pickup; utility-bed truck; mini dump truck; sport utility vehicle; mid-size SUV; mid-size sedan; full-size sedan; cargo van; 15-passenger transit van wagon; and ADA-accessible window minivan. - Notable specifications and options: pickup options include 2WD/4WD, cab and bed configurations, engine alternatives, bed protection and storage, toppers, utility bodies, lift gates, snow plow, hitches, and emergency lighting. Van options include shelving, ladder or pipe racks, insulation, windows, warning lights, and an inverter. The transit van is specified as a high-roof, 15-passenger vehicle with a 148-inch wheelbase, 3.5L PFDI engine, and 10-speed automatic transmission. The ADA minivan requires a passenger-side automatic in-floor ramp, fold-away center seat, wheelchair securement, and four extra-length seat belts; a five-year/100,000-mile extended warranty is an option. - Other notable requirements: vehicles must be new, unused, current-production models and meet detailed specifications and applicable standards. The City calls for supporting product literature, qualified repair-service facilities and parts in the Wichita area, and may require approval or demonstration of alternatives. The City may award by group using the base bid or a net bid that includes selected options.

Description

The City of Wichita is seeking bids for multiple groups of new, unused sedans, SUVs, cargo vans, and pickup trucks for its Fleet Division. The solicitation includes vehicle specifications and optional equipment across 13 groups, including ADA-accessible minivans and transit vans. Bidders must complete the bid table online and submit the required Scope Meets/Does Not Meet Response Matrix. Awards may be made by group based on the lowest and best lump-sum base bid or the lowest net bid including options, as most advantageous to the City.

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