S000000250 E and E V8 4x4 Truck and V6 SUV - Final.pdf

STATE OF ARKANSAS

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSFORMATION AND SHARED SERVICES

OFFICE OF STATE PROCUREMENT

501 Woodlane St., Ste. 220 Little Rock, Arkansas 72201-1023

INVITATION FOR BID

SOLICITATION DOCUMENT

SOLICITATION INFORMATION

Solicitation Number: S000000250 Solicitation Issued: June 1,2023

Description: Four (4) V8 4x4 Trucks and Two (2) V6 Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV)

Department: Department of Environmental Quality Office of Energy and Environment (E&E)

SUBMISSION DEADLINE AND DELIVERY OF RESPONSE DOCUMENTS

Bid Opening Date: June 7, 2023 Bid Opening Time: 3:00 p.m., Central Time

Bid responses for this Invitation for Bid must be submitted through ARBuy, the State’s eProcurement system.

It can be accessed at https://arbuy.arkansas.gov. Bids received after the submission deadline may be rejected as untimely. See section 1.2 for information regarding Live Bid Openings.

TSS OFFICE OF STATE PROCUREMENT CONTACT INFORMATION

TSS OSP Buyer: Davis Pankey Buyer’s Direct Phone Number: 501-683-6636

Email Address: davis.pankey@arkansas.gov TSS OSP’s Main Number: 501-324-9316

TSS OSP

Website:

https://www.transform.ar.gov/procurement/ https://arbuy.arkansas.gov/ https://www.transform.ar.gov/procurement/

SECTION 1 – REQUIREMENTS

• Do not provide responses to items in this section unless specifically and expressly required.

1.1 INTRODUCTION

This Invitation for Bid (IFB) is issued by the TSS Office of State Procurement (TSS OSP) for the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality Office of Energy and Environment (E&E) to obtain pricing and a firm contract for the following, four (4) 2023 V8 4x4 Trucks and two (2) 2023 V6 4x4 Sport Utility Vehicles (SUV):

• ITEM 1: One (1) Half-Ton V8 4x4 Full-Size Four Door Short Wide Bed Truck

• ITEM 2: One (1) Three-Quarter Ton V8 4x4 Full-Size Four Door Short Bed Truck

• ITEM 3: One (1) Three-Quarter Ton V8 4x4 Full-size Four Door Long Bed (8ft) Truck

• ITEM 4: One (1) Three-Quarter Ton V8 4x4 Full-Size Four Door Regular Bed (6.6ft) Truck

• ITEM(S) 5 & 6: Two (2) Seven (7) Passenger V6 4x4 Four Door Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV)

Direct all questions, comments, or concerns you may have regarding this solicitation to the TSS Office of State Procurement, not the E&E.

1.2 LIVE BID OPENING

Use the information below to view the bid opening online.

Microsoft Teams Meeting Link S000000250 E&E Truck and SUV Bid Opening Meeting ID: 264 590 532 840 Meeting Passcode: UUz8BL Dial-In Information: +1 501-244-3310,785303977# Phone Conference ID: 785 303 977#

1.3 CLARIFICATION OF SOLICITATION

A. The Prospective Contractor should notify the TSS OSP buyer of any term, condition, etc., that precludes the Prospective Contractor from submitting a compliant, Responsive Bid. Prospective Contractors should note that it is the responsibility of the Prospective Contractor to seek resolution of all such issues, including those relating to the terms and conditions of the contract, prior to the submission of a bid.

B. Prospective Contractors may contact the TSS OSP buyer with non-substantive questions at any time prior to the bid opening.

C. An oral statement by TSS OSP will not be part of any contract resulting from this solicitation and may not reasonably be relied on by any Prospective Contractor as an aid to interpretation unless it is reduced to writing and expressly adopted by TSS OSP.

1.4 DEFINITION OF TERMS

A. Unless otherwise defined herein, all terms defined in Arkansas Procurement Law have the same meaning herein.

B. The terms “Invitation For Bid,” “IFB,” and “Solicitation” are used synonymously in this document.

C. “Prospective Contractor” means a responsible bidder who submits a Responsive Bid in response to this solicitation.

D. “Requirement” means something required.

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E. “Responsive Bid” means a bid submitted in response to this solicitation that conforms in all material respects to this IFB.

F. “Shall” and “Must” mean the imperative and are used to identify requirements.

G. “Specification” means any technical or purchase description or other description of the physical or functional characteristics, or of the nature, of a commodity or service. “Specification” may include a description of any requirement for inspecting, testing, or preparing a commodity or service for delivery.

H. “State” means the State of Arkansas. When the term “State” is used herein to reference any obligation of the State under a contract that results from this solicitation, that obligation is limited to the Department using such a contract.

1.5 PROSPECTIVE CONTRACTOR QUALIFICATIONS

A. All Prospective Contractors shall be licensed by the Arkansas Motor Vehicle Commission as allowed by Arkansas Code §23-112-301 and §23-112-312.

B. Prospective Contractors should have on file with the Office of State Procurement a current copy of their Arkansas Dealers License issued by the Arkansas Motor Vehicle Commission. Prospective Contractors should submit a copy of their Arkansas Dealers License with their Bid Response Packet but must submit a current copy of their Arkansas Dealers License issued by the Arkansas Motor Vehicle Commission prior to Anticipation to Award or within three (3) business days when requested by OSP or within a timeframe determined by OSP.

C. At the time of bid submission, the Prospective Contractor shall have in place all facilities, staff, and other operations necessary for providing vehicles listed in this IFB to State Agencies and cooperative purchasing program participants in the State of Arkansas as required by this IFB.

1.6 PROSPECTIVE CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

A. Prospective Contractor’s offering(s) shall conform to the State of Arkansas specifications referenced in this IFB.

B. Prospective Contractor’s may bid more than one (1) model for the vehicle type but must meet or exceed the minimum specifications. The specifications listed for each vehicle in this IFB are a minimum.

1.7 SPECIFICATIONS

A. All vehicles must be new, and the latest model of proven performance, and in standard production by the manufacturer at the time of delivery.

B. Optional equipment must be in addition to Federal and State specifications for new vehicles.

C. All vehicles must contain all standard items, normally included by the manufacturer, of the year, make, and model at no extra cost.

D. Features that come standard from the factory must not be deleted or charged as additional options.

E. Pertaining to any specifications within this IFB which present approximate number values, it is preferred that the Prospective Contractor exactly meets the number value(s) specified. However, if the Prospective Contractor does not meet the exact number value(s) specified, the Office of State Procurement will have the final determination whether the bid will be acceptable.

1.8 VEHICLE TYPE AND MINIMUM SPECIFICATIONS

ITEM 1: HALF-TON V8 4x4 FULL-SIZE TRUCK (SHORT WIDE BED) At a minimum, the Half-Ton V8 4x4 Full-Size Truck must include all of the following components or component equivalents approved by E&E.

Body & Chassis Base Vehicle Minimum Requirements

Crew Cab Pickup Truck Half-Ton (½) Pickup Truck

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 6000 lbs.

Wheelbase/CA Mfg. Standard Size Wheelbase

Truck Bed Short Wide Bed

Transmission

Automatic Automatic

Engine

Engine Size (Horsepower) 350hp - 8 Cylinders (V8)

Fuel Type Gasoline

Drive Axle

Differential Type/Ratio Mfg. Standard Differential Type and Ratio

Drivetrain 4x4 with Auto Locking Hubs

Exterior

Paint One (1) Color Paint

Bumpers Mfg. Standard Front, Step-Type Rear

License Plate Brackets Factory Installed Front and Rear Brackets

Windshield Washer Windshield Washer and Multi-Speed Wipers

Doors & Mirrors

Doors 4 Full-Size Doors

Mirrors Two Outside, Right and Left. One Interior

Interior

Air Conditioning Heat and Air Conditioner (A/C) Factory Installed

Radio Audio System with AM/FM Stereo

Tilt Steering Tilt Steering Wheel

Steering Power Steering

Tinted Glass Mfg. Standard Window Tint

Gauges/Indicators Mfg. Standard Interior Gauges and Indicators

Seats

Seats Mfg. Std., Colors Must Blend with Interior and Exterior Color

Safety

Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Restraint System All Pass Required

Air Bags, Front, Both Sides Required

Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels Mfg. Standard Size Tires and Wheels

Spare Mfg. Standard Full or Space Saver

Warranty

Bumper to Bumper Warranty 3 Years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first

Drivetrain Warranty Mfg. Standard Warranty

ITEM 2: THREE-QUARTER TON V8 4x4 FULL-SIZE TRUCK (SHORT BED) At a minimum, the Three-Quarter Ton V8 4x4 Full-Size Truck must include all of the following components or component equivalents approved by E&E.

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Three-Quarter (¾) Ton Pickup Truck

Truck Bed Short Bed

Engine Size (Horsepower) 300hp–400hp 8 Cylinders (V8)

Fuel Type Gasoline

Transmission

Automatic Automatic

Engine

Engine Engine Calibration Flash

Key

Key Remote Keyless-Entry

Drive Axle

Rear Axle Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle

Drivetrain 4x4 with Auto Locking Hubs

Exterior

Paint One (1) Color Paint

Bumpers Mfg. Standard Front, Step-Type Rear

License Plate Brackets Factory Installed Front and Rear Brackets

Towing Package Mfg. Standard

Towing Factory Installed Tow Hooks Included

Windshield Washer Windshield Washer and Multi-Speed Wipers

Hitch Class IV Receiver-Hitch

Doors & Mirrors

Doors Four (4) Full Size Doors

Mirrors Two (2) Outside, Right and Left. One (1) Interior

Interior

Air Conditioning Heat and Air Conditioner (A/C) Factory Installed

Radio Audio System with AM/FM Stereo

Tilt Steering Tilt Steering Wheel

Interior Storage Mfg. Standard

Steering Power Steering

Gauges/Indicators Mfg. Standard Interior Gauges and Indicators

Seats

Seats Mfg. Std., Colors Must Blend with Interior & Exterior Color

Safety

Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Restraint System All Pass Required

Air Bags, Front, Both Sides Required

Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels All Terrain Tires

Spare Full Size Spare Tire

Warranty

Bumper to Bumper Warranty 3 Years or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first

ITEM 3: THREE-QUARTER TON V8 4x4 FULL-SIZE TRUCK (LONG BED)

Truck Bed Long Bed - 8 ft

Engine Size (Horsepower) 300hp–400hp 8 Cylinder (V8)

Fuel Type Gasoline

Transmission

Automatic Automatic

Engine

Engine Engine Calibration Flash

Keys

Keys Remote Keyless-Entry

Drive Axle

Rear Axle Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle

Drivetrain 4x4 with Auto Locking Hubs

Exterior

Paint One (1) Color Paint

Bumpers Mfg. Standard Front, Step-Type Rear

License Plate Brackets Factory Installed Front and Rear Brackets

Underside Protection Front Suspension Skid-Plate; Transfer Case Skid-Plate Shield

Towing Factory Installed Tow Hooks Included

Windshield Washer Windshield Washer and Multi-Speed Wipers

Hitch Class IV Receiver-Hitch

Doors & Mirrors

Doors Four (4) Full Doors

Mirrors Two Outside, Right and Left. One Interior

Interior

Air Conditioning Heat and Air Conditioner (A/C) Factory Installed

Radio Audio System with AM/FM Stereo

Tilt Steering Tilt Steering Wheel

Steering Power Steering

Gauges/Indicators Mfg. Standard Interior Gauges and Indicators

Seats

Seats Mfg. Std., Colors Must Blend with Interior and Exterior Color

Safety

Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Restraint System All Pass Required

Air Bags, Front, Both Sides Required

Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels All Terrain Tires

Spare Full Size Spare Tire

Bumper to Bumper Warranty 3 Years or 36,000 miles basic limited warranty, whichever comes first.

5 Years or 60,000 miles powertrain limited warranty

ITEM 4: THREE-QUARTER TON V8 4x4 FULL-SIZE TRUCK (REGULAR BED)

Truck Bed Regular Bed – 6.6 ft

Engine Size (Horsepower) 300hp – 400hp 8 Cylinder (V8)

Fuel Type Gasoline

Transmission

Automatic Automatic

Engine

Engine Engine Calibration Flash

Keys

Keys Remote Keyless-Entry

Drive Axle

Rear Axle Anti-Spin Differential Rear Axle

Drivetrain 4x4 with Auto Locking Hubs

Exterior

Paint One (1) Color Paint

Bumpers Mfg. Standard Front, Step-Type Rear

License Plate Brackets Factory Installed Front and Rear Brackets

Underside Protection Front Suspension Skid-Plate; Transfer Case Skid-Plate Shield

Towing Factory Installed Tow Hooks Included

Windshield Washer Windshield Washer and Multi-Speed Wipers

Hitch Class IV Receiver-Hitch

Doors & Mirrors

Doors Four (4) Full Size Doors

Mirrors Two Outside, Right and Left. One Interior

Interior

Air Conditioning Heat and Air Conditioner (A/C) Factory Installed

Radio Audio System with AM/FM Stereo

Tilt Steering Tilt Steering Wheel

Steering Power Steering

Gauges/Indicators Mfg. Standard Interior Gauges and Indicators

Seats

Seats Mfg. Std., Colors Must Blend with Interior and Exterior Color

Safety

Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Restraint System All Pass Required

Air Bags, Front, Both Sides Required

Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels All Terrain Tires

Spare Full Size Spare Tire

Warranty

Bumper to Bumper Warranty 3 Years or 36,000 miles basic limited warranty, whichever comes first.

5 Years or 60,000 miles powertrain limited warranty

ITEM(S) 5 & 6: SEVEN (7) PASSENGER V6 4x4 SPORT UTILITY VEHICLE (SUV) At a minimum, the Seven (7) Passenger V6 4x4 SUVs must include all of the following components or component equivalents approved by E&E.

Standard Sport Utility Vehicle Seven (7) Passenger SUV

Engine Size Mfg. Standard 6 Cylinder (V6) preferred

Fuel Type Gasoline

Transmission/Drivetrain

Automatic Automatic

Drivetrain 4x4 with Auto Locking Hubs

Exterior

Paint One (1) Color Paint

Bumpers Mfg. Standard Front and Rear

License Plate Brackets Factory Installed Front and Rear Brackets

Windshield Washer Windshield Washer and Multi-Speed Wipers

Keys Remote Keyless Entry

Doors & Mirrors

Doors Four (4) Doors

Mirrors Two (2) Outside, Right and Left. One (1) Interior

Interior

Air Conditioning Heat and Air Conditioner (A/C) Factory Installed

Radio Audio System with AM/FM Stereo

Tilt Steering Tilt Steering Wheel

Cruise Cruise Control, Factory Installed

Steering Power Steering

Windows & Doors Power Windows and Power Door Controls

Tinted Glass Mfg. Standard Window Tint

Interior Floor Mats Mfg. Standard Floor Mats

Seats

Seats Mfg. Std., Colors Must Blend with Interior and Exterior Color

Safety

Brakes Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)

Restraint System All Pass Required

Air Bags, Front, Both Sides Required

Tires & Wheels

Tires & Wheels Mfg. Standard Size

Spare Tire Mfg. Standard Size

Bumper to Bumper Warranty

3 Years or 36,000 miles basic limited warranty, whichever comes first.

5 years or 60,000 powertrain limited warranty.

1.9 DELIVERY: FOB DESTINATION

BID PRICE MUST INCLUDE ALL SHIPPING AND HANDLING COSTS.

Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality Office of Energy and Environment 5301 Northshore Drive North Little Rock, AR 72218

A. The Department requests delivery within thirty (30) calendar days after ordering. If this delivery date cannot be met, the Prospective Contractor shall state the alternate number of days required to begin the service and/or place the commodity in the ordering Department’s designated location. (See Bid Response Packet.) Failure to state the alternate delivery time obligates the Contractor to complete delivery by the Department’s requested date. Extended delivery dates may be considered when in the best interest of the State.

B. All deliveries must be made during normal State work hours and within the agreed upon number of days unless otherwise arranged and coordinated with the Department. The Contractor shall give the Department immediate notice of any anticipated delays or plant shutdowns that will affect the delivery requirement.

C. Loss or damage that occurs during shipping, prior to the order being received by the Department, is the

Contractor’s responsibility. All orders should be properly packaged to prevent damage during shipping.

D. The State assumes no liability for commodities produced, processed or shipped in excess of the amount specified on the Department’s purchase order.

E. Bid prices must include prepaid delivery of all vehicles to the ordering Department regardless of location within the State of Arkansas. If delivery time, stated for a particular vehicle is considered excessive by the Office of State Procurement, bid for that vehicle may be rejected. Failure to deliver the vehicle within the stated time may result in cancellation of the order of vehicle(s). If cancellation occurs, the Office of State Procurement may purchase the vehicle(s) from another source and charge the difference (if any) to the defaulting Contractor.

1.10 ACCEPTANCE STANDARDS

A. Inspection and acceptance/rejection of product(s) will be made within thirty (30) days of receipt.

B. The State has the option to return any product(s) within the thirty (30) day timeframe for any reason.

C. Bid must include a “total satisfaction” return policy for all products and must not impose any liability on the State for such returns.

1.11 BID PRICING SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

A. Prospective Contractor shall abide by all bid pricing requirements as stated within this IFB.

B. In the Bid Response Packet, enter the alternate number of days, if necessary, for delivery after receipt of purchase order, as referenced in Section 1.9.

1.12 WARRANTY

A. From date of delivery, each vehicle must be accompanied with a factory, comprehensive warranty for a minimum of thirty-six (36) months or thirty-six thousand (36,000) miles, whichever comes first. The warranty must certify that the vehicle is of good material and workmanship and that the replacement of any part or parts that fail under normal use within the designated period, free of negligence or accident, will be promptly repaired or replaced at NO cost to the agency that purchased the vehicle.

B. If such failure renders the vehicle incapable of being driven, the Contractor shall be responsible for having the vehicle transported to their place of business. If such failure takes place outside the Contractor’s service area, the Contractor shall be responsible for reimbursing the nearest authorized dealer for services rendered under the warranty. Tires are exempt from this warranty but must be covered by the tire manufacturer’s standard warranty and services provided by the local authorized dealer of the tire manufacturer.

1.13 ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND PAYMENTS

A. Awarded Contractor shall send, to the ordering entity, an order acknowledgement within ten

(10) days after receipt of the order.

B. Upon delivery of the vehicle(s), the Contractor shall provide, to the ordering entity, the original invoice, odometer statement, certificate of origin, and any other documentation required to license and pay sales tax on the vehicle(s).

C. To ensure prompt payment, Contractor shall provide, to the ordering entity, a copy of the invoice and the signature of the agency representative on a copy of the purchase order or any other receiving document and date received to the “bill to address”.

1.14 OPTIONS/ADDITIONAL OPTIONS

The agency may add additional options, and should be approved by the proper authorities, and be submitted on a separate purchase order.

1.15 INSPECTION AND TEST PROCEDURES

A. The awarded Contractor shall be responsible for performing all inspections required herein.

B. The Office of State Procurement reserves the right to make any inspections on selected vehicles deemed necessary, for evaluation purposes, to ensure compliance with this specification.

1.16 PRE-DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS

A. The vehicles being furnished to the State of Arkansas must be new and delivered as specified by this

IFB.

B. The vehicles must be furnished with all interiors, exterior trim and appointments listed by the manufacturer in printed specifications and literature as standard equipment.

C. The vehicles must also be equipped with any-and-all safety equipment required by the State of Arkansas and/or applicable Federal Regulations.

D. Any upgrades and/or additional equipment necessitated by selection of any listed option by the ordering entity must be included in the prices bid, and no additional charge shall be made by the Contractor.

E. The vehicles must be completely serviced, cleaned, and thoroughly inspected by the awarded Contractor prior to delivery to the purchasing entity.

F. No dealer advertisement shall be on the vehicle purchased by the State of Arkansas. The following shall be accomplished by the Contractor prior to delivery:

1. Complete lubrication.

2. Fill crankcase with oil.

3. Adjustment of engine to proper operating conditions.

4. Inflate tires to proper pressure.

5. Careful check to assure perfect operation of all mechanical features.

6. Front end alignment and wheels balanced.

7. Cleaning of vehicle, if necessary, and removal of all unnecessary tags, stickers, papers, etc.

8. Window price sticker must not be removed.

9. No dealer's insignia shall be affixed to vehicle.

10. A minimum five gallons of fuel in each vehicle.

11. Delivery shall be during normal working hours, 8 A.M. to 4 P.M., Monday through Friday Central Time.

12. License plate holders installed, front and rear.

1.17 REGISTRATION FEES

In accordance with Act 484 of 2009 and Act 351 of 2011, all Arkansas motor vehicle dealers are required to print and place Temporary Buyer’s Tags on all unregistered vehicles at the time of sale. Temporary Tag Fees will be ascertained and added to the Vehicle Registration Certificate Form. Contractors may not charge fees higher than the established amounts. Fees may be increased only as rate changes are imposed by the Arkansas Legislature.

SECTION 2 – GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS AND INFORMATION

• Do not provide responses to items in this section unless specifically and expressly required.

2.1 TYPE OF CONTRACT

A. As a result of this IFB, TSS OSP intends to award a contract to multiple Contractors.

B. The anticipated starting date for any resulting contract is upon award except that the actual contract start date may be adjusted unilaterally by the State for up to three (3) calendar months. By submitting a signed bid in response to the IFB, the Prospective Contractor represents and warrants that it will honor its bid as being held open as irrevocable for this period.

2.2 CONTRACTOR SELECTION

Award will be made to the lowest-bidding, responsible Prospective Contractor on a line item basis based on vehicle bid price.

2.3 RESPONSE DOCUMENTS

A. All bid responses must be submitted through ARBuy, the State’s eProcurement system. The system can be accessed at https://arbuy.arkansas.gov.

B. Bid Response Packet

1. The following are bid submission requirements and must be submitted as part of a Prospective

Contractor’s bid response.

a. Signed Bid Signature Page. Signature may be ink or digital. (See Bid Response Packet.)

b. Completed Bid Response Packet, which must be in the English language.

c. Completed Pricing Response. S000000250 Official Bid Price Sheet attached to solicitation posting on the solicitation page. Pricing must be proposed in U.S. dollars and cents.

d. Copy of Prospective Contractor’s Equal Opportunity Policy.

e. EO 98-04 Contract & Grant Disclosure Form.

2. DO NOT include any other documents or ancillary information, such as a cover letter or promotional/marketing information.

2.4 ACCEPTANCE OF REQUIREMENTS

A. Unless a Prospective Contractor expressly and conspicuously identifies any exception or exceptions to any of the Requirements in the Requirements Section(s) of this IFB, Prospective Contractor understands and agrees its submission of a bid to represent that its bid meets all such Requirements.

B. A Prospective Contractor’s bid may be rejected if the Prospective Contractor takes exception to any Requirements in the Requirements Section(s) of this IFB.

2.5 ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

A. This IFB incorporates all of the Solicitation Terms and Conditions located on the TSS OSP website here (Agencies – Forms and Reporting – Solicitation Templates):

https://www.transform.ar.gov/procurement/agencies/forms-and-reporting/.

B. Any special terms and conditions included in this solicitation shall override the Solicitation Terms and Conditions.

https://arbuy.arkansas.gov/ https://www.transform.ar.gov/procurement/agencies/forms-and-reporting/

C. Unless a Prospective Contractor expressly and conspicuously identifies any exception or exceptions to any of the terms in the Standard Commodities Contract, Prospective Contractor agrees and shall adhere to all terms if selected as the successful Contractor. Items identified as non-negotiable may only be modified if the legal requirement is satisfied and approved by the State. The Standard Commodities Contract can be viewed on the TSS OSP website here (Agencies – Forms and Reporting – Solicitation Templates): https://www.transform.ar.gov/procurement/agencies/forms-and-reporting/.

D. A Prospective Contractor’s bid may be rejected if a Prospective Contractor takes exception to any terms or conditions in the documents listed in 2.5.A and 2.5.C.