Pursuit, Administrative, and Other Vehicles

The Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA) has issued an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a statewide contract to procure pursuit-rated vehicles, administrative sedans, electric vehicles, motorcycles, and other light and midsize vehicles. The procurement is designed to establish a twelve-month contract from October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026, targeting manufacturers and their authorized representatives. Mandatory participation requirements include attending a Pre-Bid Meeting on July 14, 2025, and submitting a complete bid package online via the VendorLink bid system by September 2, 2025. Vendors must provide comprehensive documentation, including Bidder Qualifications, Drug-Free Workplace certification, Insurance Certificates, Federal Funding Compliance forms, Debarment Certification, and E-Verify attestations. The bid evaluation will focus on the lowest responsive bidder by brand, manufacturer, and specification, with bid prices remaining valid for 60 calendar days from the bid opening date. Key procurement dates include a Voluntary Interested Bidder Workshop on June 3, 2025, and a Cone of Silence period from August 1 to September 23, 2025, with anticipated award dates of September 23, 2025 (Intent to Award) and October 1, 2025 (Final Award).

The solicitation does not explicitly mention specific set-aside designations or restrictions for disadvantaged enterprises. The FSA reserves the right to reject any bids and waive irregularities if deemed in the organization's best interest. While specific budget ranges are not detailed in the provided documentation, the statewide nature of the contract suggests a potentially significant procurement value. The bid requires vendors to submit pricing for each item, including build sheets and optional pricing details, indicating a comprehensive and competitive procurement process. The contract will serve multiple Florida jurisdictions, potentially including various sheriff's offices and local government agencies. The broad vehicle categories—including pursuit, administrative, electric, and motorcycle vehicles—suggest a flexible and comprehensive approach to meeting diverse transportation needs across Florida's local government entities. The twelve-month contract period provides vendors with a stable procurement timeline and allows for potential future renewals or extensions.