Full-size Van with Paratransit Capabilities

The State of Utah Division of Purchasing has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) numbered LC18001 for the procurement of a single full-size van with paratransit capabilities for Workservice Services. The primary purpose of this vehicle is to support evaluation of para and quadriplegic clients and provide transportation for wheelchair-bound employees. The solicitation requires electronic bid submission through SciQuest, with a bid opening date of June 28, 2017, at 2:00 PM MST and a closing date of July 12, 2017, at 2:00 PM MST. Bidders must meet specific prerequisites, including maintaining applicable federal, state, and local licenses and being registered with the Utah State Division of Corporations and Commercial Code. The procurement will be awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, with the contract anticipated to commence on August 15, 2017. Vendors must submit comprehensive documentation, including contact information, tax identification numbers, and responses to qualifying questions, with potential requirements for product sample submissions and strict compliance with Utah Procurement and Administrative Codes.

The solicitation does not explicitly specify set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises based on the provided documentation. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the available information. The procurement covers a single van under commodity codes for motor vehicles, vehicle components, and patient transport products, suggesting a specialized vehicle modification or upfit is required to meet paratransit capabilities. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement appears to be a targeted, one-time purchase for a specialized transportation solution. The evaluation will focus on responsiveness, vendor qualifications, and overall bid pricing, with an emphasis on meeting the specific functional requirements for supporting para and quadriplegic client services and wheelchair-bound employee transportation needs.