Intent_to_Award___VendorLink_VEH23.0.pdf

The document is an Intent to Award from the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) for a statewide contract to procure class 3-5 cab & chassis trucks and buses, designated as solicitation FSA25-VEH23.0. The procurement aims to establish a twelve-month contract running from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, with key procurement dates including a mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting on July 15, 2025, bid submissions due by September 2, 2025, and a final contract award set for October 1, 2025. Bidders must submit a comprehensive bid package through the VendorLink bid system, which includes a qualification packet with multiple required forms and a detailed bid package containing pricing, build sheets, and optional pricing information.

The solicitation will evaluate bids based on the lowest responsive bidder by brand, manufacturer, and specification, with bidders required to maintain firm pricing for 60 calendar days following the bid opening. Extensive documentation is required, including a Bidder Qualifications Form, FSA Drug-Free Workplace Form, insurance certificates, federal funding compliance forms, and attestations regarding E-Verify and SunBiz registration. A "Cone of Silence" period will be in effect from August 1, 2025, to September 23, 2025, restricting communications about the bid. The Florida Sheriffs Association reserves the right to reject any bids or portions thereof and to waive any irregularities. While specific budget ranges are not detailed, the contract will cover statewide purchasing of heavy vehicles, suggesting a potentially significant procurement value.