rfb-is-26200832 SPECIFICATIONS..pdf

This is a Request for Bid (RFB) specifications document issued by the State of California for the procurement of a hybrid minivan vehicle under RFB number IS-26200832, designated as contract 7696. The solicitation seeks a three-passenger minivan hybrid vehicle that must meet specific technical and operational requirements including hybrid propulsion system standards, fuel efficiency targets, seating capacity, cargo dimensions, and compliance with applicable federal and state automotive regulations. The bid was posted on April 13, 2026, with a bid submission deadline of April 28, 2026, providing prospective vendors with a fifteen-day response window. The procurement process requires bidders to submit all mandatory forms outlined in Appendix A, including bid submission protocols, vendor certification requirements, insurance and bonding specifications, and vehicle compliance documentation.

This procurement includes a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) designation requirement that restricts participation to vendors meeting California's certified business enterprise program criteria for minority and women business enterprise status. Prospective bidders must submit the CBE Form (Exhibit 6) to demonstrate certification status and eligibility to compete. The evaluation of bids will be based on compliance with technical specifications, vendor qualifications, and adherence to established purchasing requirements. The documentation specifies that the selected vendor will be obligated to deliver a hybrid minivan vehicle that fully complies with California's specifications and operational standards. Specific budget ranges or award values are not detailed in the available solicitation materials.