Purchase of A 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV for CCFD

Chatham County, Georgia is soliciting bids for the purchase of one 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe Police Pursuit Vehicle (PPV) for the Chatham County Fire Department through Bid No. 26-0008-3. The procurement requires a complete turnkey vehicle with specific base specifications including a black exterior, jet black vinyl interior, 5.3-liter engine, 10-speed automatic transmission, and 2WD configuration. Detailed upfitting components are mandatory, including a 54-inch legacy lightbar with red and green capabilities, WecanX control systems, exterior lighting fixtures, interior partitions, communication equipment mounts, and auxiliary systems. Bidders must be authorized vehicle dealerships and are required to submit manufacturer cut sheets demonstrating that all vehicle components meet or exceed specified standards. The bid opening is scheduled for 2:00 PM on January 20, 2026, with submissions accepted exclusively through the Chatham County Purchasing Portal, and bid prices must remain firm for sixty days from the opening date. Evaluation criteria will focus on lowest unit price, compliance with specifications, and delivery capabilities.

The solicitation includes a 30% combined Minority/Woman Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal, requiring bidders to document good faith efforts in subcontracting with or purchasing from qualified M/WBE vendors. Contractors must obtain and maintain specific insurance coverages, including Commercial General Liability of $1,000,000, Workers' Compensation of $500,000, and Business Automobile Liability of $1,000,000. A current Chatham County Tax Certificate is required unless otherwise specified. Bidders must provide references based on contract value thresholds, with detailed project documentation for contracts valued at $500,000 or more. The vehicle will be delivered to Fleet Operations at 33 Minus Avenue, Garden City, GA 31408, with four sets of keys and fobs, manufacturer documentation, and at least a half-tank of fuel. The total procurement is a one-time purchase with the title to be assigned to the Commissioners of Chatham County, and payment will be processed within thirty days of invoice receipt and approval. While a specific award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement is for a single specialized emergency response vehicle with comprehensive upfitting requirements.