DPS Rhode Island Sheriffs 2025 Medium Capacity Security Inmate Transfer Vehicle

The State of Rhode Island Division of Purchases, on behalf of the Department of Public Safety Rhode Island Sheriffs, is seeking to procure one (1) 2025 medium capacity security inmate transfer vehicle through a Request for Quotation (RFQ25004997). The specific vehicle requirements include a motorcoach/bus with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of approximately 14,500 lbs, capable of transporting a minimum of 18 inmates, excluding the deputy sheriff driver and passengers. The solicitation opened on December 4, 2024, at 1:30 PM EST and will close on January 7, 2025, at 10:00 AM EST, with a vendor question period running from December 4, 2024, at 1:45 PM EST through December 20, 2024, at 10:15 AM EST. Vendors must submit proposals electronically through the Ocean State Procures system and provide comprehensive specifications, even when bidding the specified brand. The bid requires FOB destination delivery terms with inside delivery at no extra cost, and vendors must maintain specific insurance coverage, including $1 million in liability per occurrence, workers compensation, automobile liability, and $500,000 in crime coverage. The State reserves the right to make single or multiple awards and may reject any or all bids.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the documentation. The solicitation appears open to all vendors who can register in the Ocean State Procures system and meet the specified requirements. No incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure integration details were provided in the documents. While no specific award value or budget range was disclosed, the procurement is for a single medium capacity security inmate transfer vehicle. The solicitation notes that any contract awards extending beyond June 30th are subject to funding availability, and vendors must maintain firm pricing during the contract period, with any manufacturer price declines to be reflected in reduced costs to the State. The vehicle must be delivered without dealer advertising and include a certificate of origin assigned to the State of Rhode Island Fleet Operations, unless purchased by the Rhode Island State Police.