2027 Ford F-450 Chassis

San Bernardino County Sheriff/Coroner/Public Administrator is soliciting bids under an Invitation to Bid for one 2027 Ford F-450 chassis, with bidder questions due November 10, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PST and bids due November 24, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. PST. The County's local vendor preference policy provides a five percent preference deduction for vendors with principal places of business within San Bernardino County.

The vehicle is a 4x4 crew cab dual rear wheel model with a 6.7L Power Stroke V8 diesel engine, a 10-speed automatic transmission, air conditioning, stereo system, running boards, and a trailer tow package. The government fleet warranty covers five years or 100,000 miles on the drivetrain. Bidders must complete representations and certifications covering business status, debarment, criminal history, independent pricing, and local vendor status. Bids must conform to specifications unless the solicitation explicitly permits alternates. The County reserves the right to reduce or increase the vehicle quantity, reject any or all bids, and waive specification variations that do not materially affect performance.

Pricing is quoted per unit with all specified equipment included. California sales tax at 8.75% applies, tire fees are listed separately, and DMV fees are excluded. Delivery goes to the Sheriff's Automotive Division at 655 East Third Street, San Bernardino, California, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., on an F.O.B. destination basis. Payment terms are Net 60 days from invoice receipt and acceptance. Proposals are submitted electronically through the San Bernardino County Electronic Procurement Network (ePro), and award is tentatively scheduled for December 2026. Contract administration runs through the Director of Purchasing under standard County terms covering inspection, delivery timelines, and termination for default or convenience.