2026 ford T350 transit van low roof

San Bernardino County Sheriff/Coroner/Public Administrator is soliciting bids through Invitation to Bid (ITB) No. SHR126-ADMSR-6269 for the procurement of one 2026 Ford T350 Transit Van Low Roof. The vehicle specifications include a T350 Low Roof XLT trim with a 3.5 EcoBoost V6 engine, 10-speed transmission, 148-inch wheelbase, all-wheel drive, Oxford white exterior, gray vinyl interior, 15-passenger seating, extended fuel tank, heavy-duty trailer tow package, and comprehensive safety and equipment features. The vehicle must be delivered to the Sheriff's Automotive Division at 655 East Third Street, San Bernardino, California 92415, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. with a minimum of ten gallons of fuel. Pricing must include all specified equipment, accessories, California tire fees, delivery fees, and sales tax calculated at 8.75%, presented on an F.O.B. destination basis with payment terms of Net 60 days after invoice and acceptance. Bid submissions are due March 12, 2025, at 3:00 PM PDT through the San Bernardino County Electronic Procurement Network (ePro), with a tentative contract award date in March 2025. Bidders must provide representations and certifications regarding business status, debarment, criminal history, cost or pricing data accuracy, and independent pricing, with the County reserving the right to waive specification variations, adjust quantities, reject bids, and conduct pre-award surveys to determine contractor capability.

A local vendor preference of five percent (5%) applies to vendors with a principal place of business within San Bernardino County boundaries, with self-certification available through the provided Local Vendor Preference Self-Certification form. The contract will allow for participation by other public agencies located within San Bernardino County at no additional freight cost, while public agencies outside the County may participate but shall incur their own freight charges. No specific incumbent vendors or current contractors are identified in the solicitation documents. The contract incorporates standard terms and conditions addressing inspection, delivery, termination for default or convenience, indemnification, non-discrimination, and compliance with California safety and health standards. No specific award value or budget range is disclosed in the ITB documentation; however, the vehicle specifications and inclusion of all equipment, accessories, and fees suggest a comprehensive procurement cost. While no formal disadvantaged enterprise set-asides are specified, the local vendor preference provision provides an opportunity for qualified local businesses to compete on favorable terms.