BEV Electric Compact Size Sedan

The State of Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services, Automotive Management Division, is requesting sealed bids on four new battery electric vehicle (BEV) compact size sedans under IFB-3-AMD-2027, with bids due November 6, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time.

All four vehicles must be the same make and model, model year 2026 or newer, from manufacturers including Chevrolet Bolt or Nissan Leaf or similar models. Specifications include a wheelbase between 102 and 110 inches, five-passenger seating capacity, air conditioning, AM/FM radio, power windows and locks, and dual front airbags. Vehicles must be factory original equipment with no aftermarket modifications and arrive with no more than 100 miles on the odometer.

Bidders must hold a valid Hawaii motor vehicle dealer license and establish an acceptable service facility on Oahu with adequate parts inventory and repair capabilities. The successful contractor must comply with federal motor vehicle safety standards and EPA regulations and provide a manufacturer's warranty of 36 months or 36,000 miles for standard coverage and 10 years or 100,000 miles for the EV battery.

Delivery to the Central Motor Pool in Honolulu is required within 365 calendar days from the Notice to Proceed. Liquidated damages of ten dollars per calendar day per vehicle are assessed for failure to meet the delivery deadline. Unit bid prices must include all costs, applicable taxes, and delivery. The contract will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, contingent on availability of funds.

Prior to award, the lowest responsive bidder must demonstrate compliance with Hawaii tax clearance requirements, unemployment insurance, workers' compensation, temporary disability insurance, prepaid health care, and certificate of good standing. Final payment requires submission of a current tax clearance certificate and certification of compliance documentation. Bids are submitted through the HIEPRO system. No bid security deposit is required.