26-1111- full-size EXT CAB bed delete utility body 4X4-specs

This procurement opportunity, identified as RFB-IS-26200856, is a competitive sealed bid solicitation issued by the State of California for the acquisition of a full-size extended cab bed delete utility body 4x4 vehicle. The solicitation was posted on April 16, 2026, with a proposal due date of May 1, 2026, providing potential bidders with approximately two weeks to prepare and submit their responses. The primary deliverable is a single vehicle configuration featuring an extended cab design with bed deletion and utility body construction on a 4x4 chassis, with comprehensive technical specifications outlined in the accompanying specification documents and Exhibit 6. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with detailed technical standards encompassing vehicle dimensions, weight capacity ratings, engine and transmission requirements, suspension systems, electrical and safety features, and utility body construction methodologies as established in the Required Specifications document. All responding vendors must complete and submit the standardized forms and documentation requirements outlined in Appendix A: Purchasing Required Forms to ensure administrative compliance with California state purchasing regulations. Evaluation of proposals will be conducted against the specified technical baseline requirements, with all bids assessed for responsiveness and compliance with the mandatory vehicle specifications to ensure fair and uniform comparison across all submissions.

The solicitation documents provided do not explicitly detail set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, minority-owned businesses, or other protected classes, nor do they identify any incumbent vendors or current contractors serving in this capacity. Similarly, specific information regarding existing infrastructure or technology requirements for integration with the vehicle procurement is not detailed within the available documentation. The budget range, award value, or pricing structure for this vehicle acquisition is not disclosed in the materials reviewed. Interested bidders should refer to the complete RFB-IS-26200856 solicitation package and all accompanying exhibits for comprehensive details regarding any applicable set-asides, contractor qualifications, integration requirements, and budgetary parameters that may govern this procurement opportunity.