FY26 Springfield Vehicle Purchase

The Office of Executive Inspector General (OIEG) for the State of Illinois has awarded a contract to Bob Ridings Inc for the procurement of Ford Escape Hybrid Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs). The contract, identified as Release Competitive Sealed Bidding 22-416CMS-BOSS4-P-37576, has a total value of $72,856.00 and covers the period from August 28, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The primary line item specifies a MY2026 Ford Escape Hybrid, a compact plug-in hybrid (PHEV) SUV with front-wheel drive, featuring a comprehensive standard equipment package including automatic transmission, level 1 charging equipment, safety features, and various comfort and convenience amenities.

The contract includes additional line items detailing vehicle delivery options for governmental units or qualified not-for-profit agencies, and specifies standard interior and exterior color choices for the Ford Escape Hybrid. The interior option is Ebony cloth/vinyl, while exterior color options include Black, Carbon Gray, and Space Silver-White. The vehicle specification emphasizes a standard configuration with features such as four-wheel anti-lock brakes, air conditioning, cloth seats, full interior carpeting, Bluetooth connectivity, and multiple safety technologies like front and side curtain airbags. This procurement appears to be a standardized vehicle acquisition for governmental use in Illinois.