Outfitting K9 Police Vehicle

The Urbana Police Department in Champaign County, Illinois, is soliciting bids for outfitting a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor vehicle with emergency equipment for K9 operations. The procurement encompasses the purchase and installation of interior emergency lighting, a siren system, and a center console, with additional installation of pre-purchased K9 equipment including a full-size K9 cage, 10" fan, and Hot-N-Pop temperature alert system. Vendors must submit electronic proposals through the City's e-Procurement Portal by May 23, 2025, at 5:00 pm, with a deadline for questions on May 22, 2025. The City will evaluate proposals based on content, understanding, approach, qualifications, experience, and cost-effectiveness, with the contract award going to the submission offering the best overall value. Specific pricing components include multicolor lightbars, grille lights, rear and side window lighting, siren and controller systems, and vehicle console, with vendors required to provide detailed unit costs and potential delivery fees.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The estimated installation timeframe is 45 days from bid award, with vendors required to maintain comprehensive insurance coverage including commercial general liability, workers' compensation, automobile liability, and umbrella/excess liability. While no incumbent vendor was identified, the procurement includes specific technical requirements for integration with existing K9 vehicle equipment. The contract will be governed by Illinois law and the Urbana City Code, with provisions for termination, indemnification, and dispute resolution. Although a precise budget range was not specified, the procurement involves outfitting a single police vehicle with specialized emergency and K9 equipment, suggesting a moderate-scale investment typical of municipal public safety vehicle modifications.