Auto Collision Repair Services

Oakland County Vehicle Operations is seeking sealed bids for auto collision repair services through a competitive procurement process. The solicitation, identified as Event #000906, aims to establish contract(s) with qualified vendors capable of providing comprehensive collision repair services for the county's fleet of approximately 920 vehicles, predominantly GM vehicles including Sheriff's patrol cars, passenger cars, and light and medium duty trucks. Vendor qualifications include having a minimum of two ICAR-certified employees, four full-time service technicians, three work bays, an environmentally compliant paint booth, and the ability to provide financial statements demonstrating collision repair business history. Key deliverables include computer-based estimates within 24 hours of vehicle inspection, use of new OEM parts, and prompt repair completion with potential county staff monitoring. The solicitation was posted on May 6, 2025, with proposals due by May 28, 2025, and vendors must submit responses electronically through the Michigan Inter-governmental Trade Network (MITN) system. Evaluation criteria will focus on vendor qualifications, pricing, OEM parts availability, and facility capabilities.

The procurement does not explicitly designate specific set-asides for disadvantaged enterprises, though standard non-discrimination and equal opportunity requirements are included in the solicitation documents. Vendors must participate in the E-Verify program and certify they are not an "Iran Linked Business" to be eligible. While no incumbent vendors are specifically identified, the contract will establish repair rates and requires vendors to transport drivable vehicles to their body shops and deliver repaired vehicles to the Oakland County Central Garage for final inspection. Successful vendors will be paid within ten working days, with prices remaining firm for 120 days after the solicitation due date. The solicitation requires comprehensive insurance documentation and reserves the county's right to accept or reject any proposals, split contracts, or request additional information. Though a specific contract value is not stated, the scope suggests a multi-vendor contract to support the county's substantial vehicle fleet of approximately 920 vehicles, indicating a potentially significant annual procurement opportunity.