Purchase and Delivery of One (1) New/Unused 2026 Honda Pilot EX-L FWD

The County of Orange, specifically the Office of the District Attorney - Public Administrator, is seeking competitive bids for the purchase and delivery of one new/unused 2026 Honda Pilot EX-L FWD. This fully electronic solicitation requires bidders to submit proposals through the County's online bidding system by January 21, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with bid validity extending 180 days from the closing date. The vehicle must be a fully assembled Honda Pilot configured with a 3.5L V6 24-valve DOHC dual VTC engine, 10-speed automatic transmission, and front-wheel drive, available in Modern Steel Metallic, Crystal Black Pearl, or Solar Silver Metallic exterior colors with black or gray leather interiors. Delivery is mandated to 300 N Flower Street, Santa Ana, CA 92703 by August 4, 2026, with specific delivery hours between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM Monday through Friday. Bidders must complete all DMV registration and provide an exempt license plate. Qualification requirements include being actively engaged in vehicle sales for at least five years in California, holding valid Honda dealership authorization, and maintaining necessary permits and licenses. The contract will be awarded based on the lowest responsive, responsible bid, with bidders required to submit questions through the eProcurement Portal by January 12, 2026, at 2:00 PM.

The solicitation includes a five percent cost preference for County of Orange Local Small Business (OCLSB) or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certified vendors, with a maximum deductible amount of $100,000. Contractors must be located within a 75-mile radius of the delivery address, with additional flexibility for those within 15 miles who can facilitate contract signing and vehicle pickup at their location. Upon award, the winning bidder must submit a Certificate of Insurance with additional insured endorsement, a current W-9 form or out-of-state 587/590 tax forms, valid DUNS and UEI numbers, and maintain the quoted price throughout the contract term with no profit increases permitted. While no specific total contract value is explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single vehicle, suggesting a relatively modest investment. The solicitation requires comprehensive documentation, including performance and labor bonds, to ensure compliance and financial protection for the County. Vendors must demonstrate financial stability, technical capability, and adherence to local and state procurement regulations to be considered for the contract.