Ford Transit Van for Fayette County Public Schools (RFQ 25-004-075)

The Fayette County Public Schools (FCPS) Purchasing Department has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of a new Ford Transit mid roof cargo van. The purpose of this RFQ is to secure firm pricing to provide the van, which will be delivered to the FCPS Facilities Services Department. The van must meet specific technical requirements, including a 2023 or 2024 model year, 3.5L PFDI V6 gas engine, and 10-speed transmission, as well as various optional equipment. The RFQ outlines the evaluation criteria, which may include price, warranty, service guarantees, past performance, and other factors. Responses are due by 10:00 AM EST on July 24, 2024, and the anticipated project start is July 2024. The contract term is from the award date until December 31, 2024, with no option to renew.

The Notice of Intent to Award shows that Fayetteville Ford submitted the lowest total cost of $53,217.00 for the delivered product and received the highest score of 20 points. The other respondents were Greenteam Investment LLC, Proper Performance LLC, and Family Ford Inc. dba Hardy Family Ford, with total costs ranging from $54,967.00 to $69,975.75 and scores from 15 to 19 points. The quantity of vans to be purchased is not guaranteed, as purchase orders will be issued as needed based on the available budget.