95778H-EOB-(4) one-ton pickup truck, 26FLEET14, V-12 , 26FX9208

The State of California is soliciting competitive bids for the procurement of one-ton pickup trucks designated as model 95778H-EOB-(4) with V-12 engine configuration for fleet use (solicitation reference number RFB-IS-26200572, vehicle identification code 26FX9208, fleet designation 26FLEET14). This Request for Bids (RFB) seeks qualified suppliers to provide vehicles that meet the state's fleet operational requirements and technical specifications outlined in the procurement documentation. Bidders must demonstrate compliance with California's purchasing standards and submit all required forms, certifications, and documentation by the stated deadline to be considered responsive. The solicitation materials include detailed technical specifications governing vehicle construction, features, and performance standards that suppliers must satisfy, along with mandatory compliance documentation requirements. The proposal submission deadline is February 11, 2026, with the solicitation posted on February 2, 2026, providing bidders with a nine-day window to prepare and submit responsive bids. Evaluation of bids will be based on pricing, qualifications, regulatory compliance, and adherence to all specified requirements and contractual terms detailed in the complete RFB documentation. All bidders are required to complete and submit the standardized forms identified in the Appendix A Purchasing Required Forms document to maintain bid eligibility and compete for contract award.

The procurement includes a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) compliance framework, requiring all bidders to complete and submit the CBE Form (Exhibit 6) to demonstrate their certification status and eligibility under California's small business and minority-owned business enterprise requirements. Completion of the CBE Form is mandatory for all participating vendors and serves as verification of compliance with applicable state contracting policies and set-aside preferences. The solicitation documentation does not specify identified incumbent vendors, current contractor information, or existing infrastructure requiring integration; however, vendors should anticipate potential performance and integration requirements based on fleet operational standards. Specific award values, budget allocations, and quantity requirements are contained within the complete RFB solicitation package, and bidders are advised to review all procurement materials thoroughly to understand funding sources and contractual terms. The state's procurement objectives emphasize standardized information collection, transparent competition, and establishment of clear audit trails for contract award decisions and subsequent performance monitoring throughout the contract term.