2026 Cargo & Passenger Vans Chevrolet or equivalent

The Iowa Department of Administrative Services Fleet Services is conducting a Request for Bid (RFB 005-RFB-2265-2026) for procuring 2026 Model Year Cargo and Passenger Vans from Chevrolet or equivalent manufacturers. The procurement covers five specific vehicle configurations: two 2500 Cargo Van models (regular and extended wheelbase), two 3500 Cargo Van models (regular and extended wheelbase), and one 15-passenger Full Size Extended Window Van. Bidders must submit electronic copies of Vehicle Specification Worksheets in Excel format through the State of Iowa IMPACS electronic bidding system by November 12, 2025, at 10:00 AM CST. Evaluation criteria will focus solely on bid price, with the lowest responsive and responsible bidder meeting base vehicle specifications likely receiving the purchase order. Manufacturers experiencing a 2025-2026 model year transition may submit 2025 model vehicles if they can provide 2026 model pricing and confirm availability by December 1, 2025. The initial contract period will run from award date through September 30, 2026, with an option for one additional annual renewal.

Only franchised dealerships with a physical location in Iowa are eligible to bid on this contract. Bidders must provide vehicles with all standard equipment, safety features, and factory-installed options, including a minimum three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty. The state will impose an administrative fee of $100 on all contract sales, payable quarterly, and requires detailed quarterly sales reports in Microsoft Excel format. While no specific set-aside designations were mentioned, the solicitation encourages flexible fuel and alternative fuel vehicles and includes a mercury-free preference in alignment with Iowa Code. Bidders must provide documentation per Iowa Code and offer firm fixed pricing for the initial contract period, with the state receiving the full benefit of any manufacturer price declines. Payment terms are set at Net 60, allowing the state 60 days to process invoices. Although no specific budget range was provided, the procurement covers multiple vehicle configurations across different cargo and passenger van specifications.