BEV Electric Full Size Sedan

The State of Hawaii Department of Accounting and General Services, Automotive Management Division, is requesting bids for four new battery electric vehicle full-size sedans under IFB-1-AMD-2027, with sealed offers due September 8, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. HST through the HIEPRO System.

Vehicles must be model year 2026 or newer, of the same make and model, with a wheelbase between 115 and 125 inches. Each must be equipped with a BEV electric engine and transmission, four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes, powered assisted steering with stability control, 5-passenger seating with dual front airbags, reverse camera, factory air conditioning, and a Level 2 charger. Factory white paint is preferred. Additional factory equipment must include a pre-collision safety system, two sets of keys/FOBs, and mileage not exceeding 100 miles at delivery. No aftermarket modifications are permitted.

Bidders must possess a valid Hawaii motor vehicle dealer license and demonstrate pre-award compliance with state tax clearance, unemployment insurance, workers' compensation, temporary disability insurance, and prepaid health care requirements. Bidders must maintain or arrange for an established service facility with replacement parts and repair capabilities on Oahu. All-inclusive unit pricing must include delivery to the Central Motor Pool in Honolulu and all applicable taxes.

Delivery is required within 365 calendar days from Notice to Proceed. Liquidated damages of ten dollars per calendar day per vehicle apply for missed delivery timelines. Manufacturer warranty must cover 36 months/36,000 miles bumper-to-bumper and 10 years/100,000 miles for the electric battery. Award goes to the lowest-priced responsive, responsible bidder. No bid security deposit is required. William Yip, Contract Administrator, can be reached at (808) 586-0353 or william.y.yip@hawaii.gov.