Command Apparatus

The City of Pittsburgh, on behalf of the Equipment Leasing Authority (ELA), is requesting proposals for one four-door SUV apparatus for Command personnel with proposals due August 31, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., under RFP 2026-RFP ELA-179. The City requires good faith efforts to achieve 18% minority-owned business enterprise (MBE) participation, 7% women-owned business enterprise (WBE) participation, and 5% veteran-owned small business participation; respondents must complete the MBE/WBE/Veteran-Owned Solicitation and Commitment Form.

The apparatus must be manufactured in the United States and comply with NFPA 1900 standards. Technical specifications cover chassis, powertrain, interior configuration, safety systems, and equipment integration capabilities detailed in Attachment A of the RFP. All fabrication and electrical work must be performed in-house without subcontracting these critical functions.

Manufacturer qualifications include ten years of continuous business operation, a factory service facility within four hours of Pittsburgh, and references for a minimum of five similar apparatus. A mandatory preconstruction conference at the manufacturer's facility and final factory inspection are required, with all travel expenses borne by the manufacturer. Proposals must include multiple-unit purchase discounts and pre-payment options including 100% chassis pre-payment; minimum three-year contract structures apply. Delivery must occur under the apparatus's own power with factory-trained technician support, and the contractor must provide delivery timeline estimates with a late penalty clause for delays. Warranty minimums include 24 months bumper-to-bumper and chassis coverage, 5 years or 100,000 miles engine warranty, and 10-year LED lighting warranty, with the principal manufacturer as the single point of warranty administration. All prices must be firm and non-escalating; proposals remain valid for 120 calendar days from bid opening. Questions are due August 24, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. Proposal review and contract award are anticipated in September 2026. All vehicles must comply with Pennsylvania Procurement Code North American manufacture requirements and Pennsylvania prevailing wage requirements.