2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV or equivalent

The City of Pasadena Public Works Department, Engineering, is requesting bids for the purchase and delivery of one 2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV or equivalent vehicle, with bids due August 28, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. and questions due August 24, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. This is an Informal Selection procurement funded entirely by the City of Pasadena.

The vehicle must be a fully electric, all-wheel-drive compact SUV with a minimum 300-horsepower dual electric motor system, 85 kWh lithium-ion battery pack, minimum 307-mile EPA-estimated range, and DC fast charging capability of at least 150 kW. The vehicle must be Summit White in color and include factory accessories: roof rack cross rail package and all-weather floor and cargo liner package. Delivery must occur within five business days of order placement at 233 W. Mountain Ave., Pasadena, California 91103, between 7:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday. The vendor is responsible for vehicle registration with the DMV and provision of operator manuals, parts manuals, and training. Factory warranty coverage includes three-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper limited warranty, eight-year/100,000-mile battery and electric components coverage, and six-year/100,000-mile corrosion warranty.

Evaluation is based on lowest Grand Total Price, with pricing to include all costs, taxes, and the tire fee. The contract commences September 1, 2026 and concludes June 30, 2027. Bidders must submit responses electronically through the City's eProcurement Portal and provide proof of W-9 form, Pasadena Business License, required licenses or certifications, insurance documentation, and Equal Employment Opportunity compliance within ten calendar days of notification. A Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) from SAM.gov is required. Price increases beyond the Consumer Price Index may be requested after the first contract year but are not guaranteed acceptance by the City. Federal Required Certification disclosing lobbying activities is mandatory.