Mid Size SUV-PPV Rebid

The Montana Department of Justice is soliciting bids for Model Year 2020 Police Pursuit Vehicles through a competitive Invitation for Bid (IFB) process. The procurement, identified as solicitation JUS-IFB-2020-0064LS, seeks 20 new, unused mid-size police pursuit SUVs for the Montana Highway Patrol. The bid was officially opened on January 2, 2020, with a closing date of January 16, 2020, and bids were to remain sealed until the submission deadline. Vendors are required to provide comprehensive manufacturer build sheets and comply with specific vehicle requirements, with a requested delivery date of July 1, 2020. The procurement will be conducted through the Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS), with payment terms of 0% 0, Net 30, using US Dollars. Bidders must ensure that their pricing remains valid for the entire 2020 Model Year production period, with vehicles to be delivered to agencies with 300 miles or less.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The state allows potential price extensions to other political subdivisions at the vendors' discretion, though the state will not issue authorizations on behalf of these subdivisions. Freight charges will be added for deliveries to locations different from the original bid location, with mileage determined by the Montana Official Highway Map. While the exact budget range is not specified, the procurement is for 20 vehicles, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The bid provides flexibility for potential additional orders during the 2020 Model Year production period, which could increase the overall contract value. Vendors should be prepared to provide vehicles that meet the specific requirements of a police pursuit vehicle, including durability, performance, and specialized equipment necessary for law enforcement operations.