MY26 D1 Ford Escape Hybrid (91s030) Carbon Gray 3

The Illinois Finance & Administration department has awarded a competitive sealed bidding contract (22-416CMS-BOSS4-P-37576) to Bob Ridings Inc for the procurement of Ford Escape Hybrid Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs). The contract, valued at $120,464.25, covers the acquisition of compact plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) with a performance period from August 29, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The vehicles will be configured with standard equipment including automatic transmission, front-wheel drive, cloth seating, and various standard features such as Bluetooth, keyless entry, and safety components like air bags.

The contract includes detailed specifications for vehicle options and safety lighting, with specific requirements for emergency vehicle warning devices in accordance with Illinois State Police specifications. Line items cover vehicle exterior and interior color selections (Carbon Gray exterior), manufacturer options like daytime running lights and floor liners, and safety lighting specifications featuring Federal Signal XStream dual-head LED light heads. The contract permits delivery of two or more passenger SUVs to governmental units or qualified not-for-profit agencies, with pricing structured to allow for potential modifications and additional equipment installations through published option and trim package rates.