26PSX0172 Addendum 2 QA.pdf

This is an Addendum 2 to Solicitation Number 26PSX0172 issued by the State of Connecticut Department of Administrative Services for the supplemental purchase of model year 2027 electric, hybrid, and gasoline vehicles to be incorporated into existing Contract 24PSX0110. The solicitation encompasses vehicles from six manufacturers—Ford, Kia, General Motors, Ram, Honda, and Toyota—across multiple categories including sedans, SUVs, compact SUVs, vans, trucks, and hatchbacks. Bids were due October 13, 2026 at 6:30 p.m., with questions required by October 6, 2026 at 6:15 p.m. The resulting contract will be effective November 1, 2026 through July 14, 2029, with the State retaining sole discretion to extend for additional terms not exceeding the original term length. No specific purchase quantities are identified, as actual quantities will be determined through individual purchase orders issued by requesting state entities. The contract must be extended to political subdivisions, schools, and not-for-profit organizations as a mandatory extension obligation.

Addendum 2 addresses a clerical error correction in the price schedule, specifically correcting Column K of Exhibit B from "Percentage Off Aftermarket Options" to "Cost Plus Aftermarket Options" to align with the pricing methodology used in Contract 24PSX0110. All pricing must be submitted in final form on the provided Exhibit B Price Schedule in Excel format with no draft pricing permitted. Pricing terms require manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) with percentage discounts extended in decimal form, fully prepaid transportation and delivery to designated destinations under FOB Destination terms, and standardized hourly labor rates at $110.00. The State of Connecticut is exempt from excise, transportation, and sales taxes, which must not be included in bid prices. Payment terms are Net 45 Days for general contractors and Net 25 Days for certified small contractors or minority business enterprises. Award will be made to the lowest responsible qualified respondent based on pricing, specification conformity, past performance, financial responsibility, and delivery terms. All submissions must be made through CTsource in accordance with State of Connecticut bid submission procedures.