Coupe Vehicles for SD HP

The South Dakota Highway Patrol is soliciting bids for four 2-door coupe vehicles to be delivered to Pierre, SD, with a procurement timeline running from May 9, 2023, to May 23, 2023. The vehicles must meet specific technical specifications, including a minimum 6.2L V-8 engine producing 455 HP or a 5.0L V-8 engine producing 460 HP, rear-wheel drive, and automatic transmission. Required features include specific wheelbase dimensions, performance capabilities, and comprehensive warranty coverage. The procurement covers vehicles with precise color requirements and delivery terms that mandate FOB Destination, with all transportation and delivery charges to be paid by the vendor. Vendors must carefully review the detailed technical specifications in the 8758_specs_1.pdf document, which outlines extensive requirements for engine performance, vehicle characteristics, and delivery protocols.

The procurement opportunity appears to be open to all qualified vendors, with the South Dakota Vendor Manual suggesting a $50 annual registration fee to be included on the bidder's list. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the state demonstrates a preference for resident businesses and goods manufactured in South Dakota. The contract appears to favor vendors capable of meeting the stringent technical specifications for high-performance coupe vehicles. Although a specific budget range is not detailed, the procurement involves four vehicles with complex technical requirements. Potential vendors should carefully review the SDVendorManual_20211221.pdf for comprehensive procurement guidelines, including bid submission procedures, payment terms, and state purchasing policies. The opportunity spans Harding County and is specifically managed by the South Dakota Highway Patrol, with delivery location set in Pierre, SD.