2025-3 -- 10 Passenger Vehicle Purchase

Lakeshore Public Schools, located in Berrien County, Michigan, is seeking to procure a 10-passenger vehicle through a competitive bidding process. The procurement specifically targets a used Ford Transit vehicle manufactured in 2020 or newer, with less than 40,000 miles. Required vehicle features include a limited slip rear end, tinted glass, and a back-up camera. The invitation to bid (ITB) requires sealed bids to be submitted to the Office of the Superintendent at 5771 Cleveland Ave, Stevensville, MI 49127, with a strict submission deadline of 11:00am on Wednesday, April 16th, 2025. The vehicle must be delivered to the Transportation and Maintenance Facility at 7141 Red Arrow Hwy, Stevensville, MI, with a specific delivery window between 8:30am-10:30am on April 23rd. Bidders must submit comprehensive proposals including all shipping, delivery, and registration costs, and must be prime bidders capable of meeting the technical specifications.

The procurement allows for flexibility in bid acceptance, with the school district retaining the right to accept or reject any bids and waive any irregularities in the bidding process. There are no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on bidding organizations mentioned in the documentation. The maximum budget for this vehicle procurement is $38,500, which represents the absolute ceiling for bid consideration. The procurement is tax-exempt, with the owner being exempt from Michigan use and sales tax. Permanent municipal plates must be delivered within 30 days of purchase. Potential bidders with questions are instructed to contact Nick White, Director of Operations, via email at nwhite@lpslancer.net. The procurement process emphasizes comprehensive cost inclusion and adherence to specified vehicle characteristics, with a clear focus on obtaining a well-maintained, low-mileage passenger vehicle for the school district's transportation needs.