SHR127-ADMSR-6535 2027 Chevrolet Traverse Answers to Proposers Questions.pdf

This document is an Answers to Proposers' Questions response issued by the San Bernardino County Sheriff/Coroner/Public Administrator regarding Invitation to Bid No. SHR127-ADMSR-6535 for the procurement of 2027 Chevrolet Traverse LT AWD 4DR vehicles. The County is seeking bids on approximately fifteen vehicles annually, with proposals due October 14, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PDT and proposer questions due by September 30, 2026. The tentative award date is scheduled for November 2026. Rather than issuing a formal contract, the County will issue Purchase Orders after the award date as vehicles are needed in quantities specified on each order. The vehicles must meet specific equipment requirements including a 2.5L Turbo DOHC engine with 8-speed automatic transmission, 7-passenger seating, all-wheel drive, advanced safety features, entertainment systems with Wi-Fi hotspot capability, tow package with hitch guidance, and compliance with California emissions standards. Delivery is required FOB County destination on an immediate basis following purchase order issuance, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., with a full tank of fuel included.

Pricing must be submitted per unit with all equipment, accessories, California tire fees, and 8.75% sales tax included. Payment terms are Net 60 days from invoice receipt and acceptance. A 5% local-vendor preference applies to bidders with principal places of business within San Bernardino County boundaries. The vehicles must be equipped with a government fleet warranty covering five years and 100,000 miles on the drivetrain. Exterior color is to be determined with no premium colors permitted. All bids must include debarment status certifications and criminal history representations, and submission is required through the San Bernardino County ePro electronic procurement system. The County reserves the right to waive specification variations, adjust vehicle quantities, and reject any or all bids. The procurement is based on approximated historical usage data that can fluctuate and is not guaranteed for future usage.