Purchase of Two (2) Types of Animal Control Vans

Hillsborough County Fleet Management Department is seeking competitive bids for the procurement of two distinct medium roof animal transport/control cargo vans through Invitation to Bid (ITB) 6-ITB-25-00359. The solicitation requires qualified and experienced contractors to provide vehicle specifications outlined in two separate specification documents, with specific requirements for each van type. Potential bidders must carefully review the attached specification files and contract terms and conditions to ensure compliance. The bid submission deadline is October 7, 2025, with a comprehensive estimated project budget of $825,000.00. Vendors must complete and submit several mandatory forms, including a Drug Free Workplace Form, Substitute W9 Form, and Direct Deposit Authorization Form as part of their bid package.

While no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises were explicitly mentioned in the provided documentation, bidders will need to meet the qualification criteria outlined in the contract documents. The procurement appears to be open to commercial vendors capable of meeting the technical specifications for the animal control vans. Vendors should be prepared to demonstrate their capability to provide vehicles that meet the precise requirements detailed in Specification 1 and Specification 2. The total project budget of $825,000.00 suggests this is a significant procurement opportunity for vehicle suppliers specializing in animal control and transport vehicles. Potential bidders should thoroughly review the ITB-25-00359 Addendum No. 1 and all associated specification documents to ensure full understanding of the technical requirements and submission guidelines.