Autobody Supplies

Hudson Valley Community College has issued a solicitation for autobody supplies in Rensselaer County, New York, seeking vendors capable of providing comprehensive automotive repair and maintenance materials. The procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 67f4f6795fa2e02746055268, is seeking bids for a one-year contract period spanning September 1, 2025 through August 31, 2026. Vendors are required to submit comprehensive proposals through the Bonfire portal, with a strict submission deadline of May 12, 2025 at 2:00 PM. Specific bid requirements include transparent disclosure of potential shipping or delivery charges and a clear statement regarding the duration of proposed pricing firmness. The solicitation will be administered at the college's location at 80 Vandenburgh Ave in Troy, NY, with all supplemental specifications and critical bid information available within the Bonfire electronic procurement platform. Potential bidders are expected to thoroughly review the portal's detailed requirements and compile comprehensive responses that fully address the college's autobody supply needs.

The current procurement opportunity does not include any specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged or service-disabled veteran-owned businesses, indicating an open competitive bidding process. No incumbent vendors or existing contractors were identified in the procurement documentation, suggesting this may be a new or re-competed contract opportunity. While specific budget ranges were not explicitly stated, the one-year contract term and focus on autobody supplies implies a potential moderate-value procurement targeting automotive repair and maintenance material procurement. The solicitation is specifically targeted to businesses capable of meeting Hudson Valley Community College's technical and logistical requirements for autobody supplies. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive product availability, competitive pricing, reliable delivery capabilities, and the ability to maintain consistent pricing throughout the contract's one-year term. The procurement is geographically focused on Rensselaer County and will be administered through New York state's procurement protocols.