Lease and Maintenance Agreement for Police Motorcycles

The City of Lubbock, Texas is soliciting bids for a 60-month Lease and Maintenance Agreement for Police Motorcycles. The City is seeking to lease up to 60 police motorcycles, with a requirement to exchange the motorcycles every 36 months. The leased motorcycles must be used solely for police and law enforcement activities, with only one rider permitted per motorcycle. The successful bidder will be responsible for maintaining the motorcycles according to the manufacturer's recommendations, including regular service intervals at a designated repair facility. The City will pay a monthly lease payment per motorcycle, with a Consumer Price Index (CPI) annual increase not to exceed 5%. The City must also maintain insurance coverage for the leased motorcycles. Bids are due by August 22, 2024 prior to 3:00 PM, and may be submitted electronically or as a sealed paper copy. The City reserves the right to award the contract to the lowest responsible bidder or the bidder that provides the best value, taking into consideration factors such as the bidder's reputation, quality of goods/services, and ability to meet the City's needs.

The contract does not include any set-asides, and there is no information provided about incumbents or the current environment. The City is exempt from federal excise, state sales, and transportation taxes. The pricing for the lease and maintenance agreement is to be guaranteed for six months upon City approval, and the City may adjust the rates at its discretion based on changes in the CPI or Product Price Index (PPI). The City reserves the right to reject any or all bids, and the contract is subject to annual appropriation of funds by the City Council.