Battery Powered Work Bike - 2WD

The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) is soliciting bids for the procurement of seven (7) Battery Powered 2-WD Work Bikes and accessories to support their Forest Roads and Recreation program. The IFB specifies that the bikes must meet certain technical requirements and that the DNR is seeking to reduce their carbon footprint through the use of electric vehicles. The procurement has a proposal due date of November 7, 2024, an award date of November 12, 2024, and an expected product delivery date of January 20, 2025. The solicitation is specific to the Thurston County jurisdiction within Washington State.

The IFB encourages participation from minority, women, veteran, and small businesses as prime contractors or subcontractors, and provides preference points for such firms. The DNR also has preferences for products containing recycled content, non-hydrofluorocarbons, and non-mercury materials. While the IFB does not disclose an exact budget, it states that the purchase is funded by state dollars. The DNR will consider prompt payment discounts offered by vendors, but will not provide feedback on cost allocation or offer any incentives for cost savings or early delivery.