Purchase of Two (2) New 2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 XLT (Rebid)

Chatham County is soliciting bids for the purchase of two new 2026 Ford Super Duty F-250 XLT vehicles for the Chatham County Marine Patrol. The procurement is a one-time contract with no renewal options, requiring specific vehicle configurations including a Super Cab model with a 6-foot bed, 7.3L V8 Gas Engine, 4X4 drivetrain, and TorqShift-G Ten-Speed Automatic Transmission. Each vehicle must be new, never titled, and painted Iconic Silver Metallic, with mandatory outfitting components such as a DECKED XS3 Drawer System, Whelen emergency equipment, ARE V Series Fiberglass Truck Cap, and Standard Horizon Marine Radio. Bids are due by January 20, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., and must be submitted through the county's procurement portal at https://chathamcountyga.bonfirehub.com/portal. Evaluation will be based on the lowest unit price, with bidders required to provide manufacturer cut sheets demonstrating compliance with specifications. Vendors must be authorized vehicle dealerships, with bids from brokers or resellers automatically disqualified.

The procurement includes a Minority/Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) participation goal of 30%, requiring bidders to demonstrate good faith efforts in subcontracting with or purchasing from qualified M/WBE vendors. Contractors must maintain specific insurance coverages, including $1,000,000 in Commercial General Liability, $500,000 in Workers' Compensation, and $1,000,000 in Business Automobile Liability. Bidders must complete multiple compliance attachments, including drug-free workplace certifications, non-discrimination statements, E-Verify authorizations, and debarment certifications. While no specific incumbent vendor is mentioned, the solicitation emphasizes strict compliance with local and state regulations. Although no precise budget range is specified, the pricing sheet requires detailed unit pricing for vehicles and upfits, with delivery timeframes contingent upon award receipt. The county reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will award the contract to the responsible bidder providing the best value to Chatham County.