University of Iowa Ionwave #18697 Addendum 1

University of Iowa purchase of 29 mid-size fleet sedans

The University of Iowa is seeking 29 new mid-size sedans for its Fleet Services fleet. - Buyer: University of Iowa, Fleet Services; Purchasing Department is identified as the procurement office. - Quantity and purchase: 29 new mid-size front-wheel-drive sedans, purchased outright. No make, model, or awardee has been selected. - Named OEMs and example models: Nissan (Altima), Toyota (Camry), Hyundai (Sonata), Honda (Accord), and Subaru (Legacy). These are examples; equivalent vehicles may be offered. - Powertrain and fuel: Four-cylinder engine, automatic transmission, front-wheel drive, and E15 fuel compatibility. Hybrid vehicles are acceptable if E15-compatible. - Required equipment and features: Remote power locks with three keys/fobs; cloth front bucket seats with at least a manual four-way adjustable driver’s seat; rear defroster; factory air conditioning and heater; power windows with solar tint; intermittent front wipers; heated power-adjustable mirrors; power brakes, anti-lock brakes, and electronic stability control; tilt and/or telescoping steering wheel; daytime running lights; USB charging outlets; factory backup camera with in-dash monitor; carpeting and OEM front and rear floor mats; all-season tires; full-size spare; tire-pressure monitoring; cruise control; and AM/FM clock radio with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. - Driver assistance and vendor information: Vehicles must include base-level advanced driver-assistance features. Suppliers must identify the vehicle year, make, model, engine size, transmission speeds, available no-charge colors, and ADAS features, and complete the specification sheet, including any exceptions. An audited financial statement is also required. - Delivery: Delivery to University Fleet Services is required, with pricing inclusive of vehicle preparation, inspection, delivery, and related costs. Staggered deliveries are preferred, with delivery planned to begin in mid-February 2027 and finish by mid-April 2027.

Description

The University of Iowa is requesting proposals for the outright purchase of 29 sedans for University Fleet Services. The vehicles are required to be mid-size sedans, with specifications detailed in the attached vehicle specification sheet. Bids must be submitted electronically through the eBid system, and suppliers must complete and submit the specification sheet and provide an audited financial statement. The University would ideally begin receiving vehicles in mid-February 2027, with all 29 delivered by April 15, 2027; staggered deliveries are preferred.

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