FY26B Animal Control Vans

Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners is requesting sealed bids on animal control vans under ITB-26-00358, with bids due August 18, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern Time via the County's electronic bidding system (Euna Procurement). The estimated contract value is $270,000.

The scope covers three medium-roof cargo vans with a minimum 148-inch wheelbase, each equipped with a V6 or greater gas engine, power mirrors, fog lights, blind spot monitoring, and a Class III trailer hitch with sway control. Vehicles must be new, not pre-owned, no more than 12 months old with fewer than 5,000 miles and no more than 100 hours on the hour meter, and free of damage, accidents, rust, or corrosion. Interior customization includes grey vinyl upholstery, white exterior color, and a 1,500-watt inverter system. Animal cage assemblies must feature insulated, temperature-controlled compartments with A/C distribution to each cage, seamless treadplate flooring with spray-in bedliner, and a partition separating the front cabin from the rear containment area. Additional equipment includes four white LED corner lights with independent toggle activation, 1,200-watt minimum power inverter with fused control switch, drain systems for washout, and integrated storage with file cabinets. The contractor assumes full responsibility for delivery logistics, vehicle registration with new Hillsborough County Florida tags, temporary documentation, and overnight shipping of all paperwork.

Vehicles must be delivered within 365 days of the contractor's receipt of a Purchase Order. Bids are valid for 90 days after the close date. The contract is awarded to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Standard manufacturer's warranty applies upon accepted delivery. Insurance coverage is required (Commercial General Liability with $1 million per occurrence and $2 million general aggregate; Automobile Liability at $300,000 to $1 million combined single limits; Workers' Compensation with specified limits), but bid, performance, and payment surety bonds are not required. Payment will be made within 45 days of receipt of a proper invoice via electronic ACH direct deposit unless otherwise specified. Required submittals include a Substitute W-9 form, Drug-Free Workplace Certification, Certificate of Liability Insurance, and Direct Deposit Authorization Form.