PS Police Chevrolet Silverado Police Pursuit Vehicle (9C1 PPV)

The Equipment Leasing Authority (ELA) of the City of Pittsburgh is soliciting bids for a one-time procurement of three (3) Chevrolet Silverado 1500 9C1 Police Pursuit Vehicles (PPVs) for the Bureau of Police in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania. The procurement, identified as solicitation 2025-ECOOP-268, is specifically targeting 2025 model year, 4WD Crew Cab vehicles with a 5.3L EcoTec3 V8 engine and 10-speed automatic transmission. The key objectives include replacing aging police units and expanding tactical mobility for the SWAT team, with vehicles requiring a comprehensive police-specific configuration featuring heavy-duty suspension, 220-amp alternator, police-rated brakes, and factory pre-wiring for emergency equipment. Vendors must submit quotes by October 20, 2025, at 3:00 pm, with all vehicle makes and models eligible for consideration provided they are manufactured in North America and meet specified requirements. Evaluation criteria include unit costs, delivery capabilities, and compliance with detailed vehicle specifications, with vendors required to provide monthly written production status updates to the City's Fleet Services Division.

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. All vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications and manufacturing requirements in North America may submit proposals. Invoicing requirements mandate that vendors include the ELA Purchase Order Number, a detailed pricing breakdown, and separate labor and parts costs. While a specific budget range is not disclosed, the procurement involves three vehicles with comprehensive police-specific configurations. Vendors must incorporate all document, administrative, shipping, and delivery fees into their pricing proposal. The selected vendor will be responsible for delivering the vehicles to the City Garage in Pittsburgh, with payment processed upon delivery and acceptance by the Equipment Leasing Authority. The procurement supports the city's operational readiness by providing purpose-built police pursuit vehicles with advanced safety features like Forward Collision Alert, Stability Control, and Lane Keep Assist.