17SS-069 Emergency Vehicle Apparatus and Accessory Repair

Marion County, Florida is soliciting specialized repair, refurbishment, and recertification services for emergency response vehicles through procurement opportunity 17SS-069. The county seeks qualified providers capable of delivering comprehensive repair and maintenance services that extend beyond standard automotive collision shop capabilities, including repair of emergency vehicle bodies, components, lighting systems, and safety markings, as well as support for apparatus recertification. The services must be performed by providers with apparatus-specific technical expertise and specialized knowledge unique to emergency vehicles. Key objectives include ensuring emergency vehicles are restored to operational standards and maintain proper certification status. The posting was released on April 30, 2026, with a proposal due date of May 7, 2026, providing interested vendors with a one-week response window to submit their qualifications and service proposals.

The opportunity posting does not specify set-aside designations, disadvantaged enterprise requirements, or restrictions on organization types eligible to respond. No incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure integration requirements are identified in the solicitation materials. The posting does not include a stated award value or budget range for the contract, leaving the financial scope undisclosed at this stage. The primary intent of this procurement posting is to assess market availability and identify qualified providers capable of meeting Marion County's specialized emergency vehicle repair and recertification needs. Prospective vendors should note the compressed timeline and ensure submission of complete qualifications and service capability documentation by the May 7, 2026 deadline.