RFB-7500 Purchase of One (1) Black 2024 or 2025 Ford Expedition Active 4X4

The City of Yonkers Purchasing Department has issued a Request for Bid (RFB-7500) for the procurement of one (1) Black 2024 or 2025 Ford Expedition Active 4X4, specifically seeking a vehicle with a 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine and 10-speed automatic transmission with SelectShift. The bid is specifically for an Agate Black Metallic vehicle with Black Onyx ActiveX-Trimmed 1st & 2nd Row Seats, with strict requirements that no moonroof or black rim package be included. The solicitation is located in Westchester County, New York, and is scheduled to be opened on September 5, 2025, at 2:00 PM, with bids to be delivered to the Yonkers Purchasing Office at One Larkin Center, 3rd Floor. Bidders must provide unit prices for each line item and complete a comprehensive vendor background questionnaire, including non-collusive bidding certification. The procurement includes options for multiple warranty packages: a basic 3-year/36,000-mile warranty, a powertrain limited 5-year/60,000-mile warranty, and an extended 5-year/100,000-mile warranty.

The City of Yonkers reserves the right to reject any or all bids and will award the contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. Bidders must comply with various municipal requirements, including provisions related to the Iran Divestment Act and certifications regarding business dealings with Northern Ireland. While no specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are explicitly mentioned, vendors must meet comprehensive insurance provisions and background screening criteria. The solicitation does not indicate a specific budget range or award value, though the procurement is for a single vehicle. Potential vendors must demonstrate compliance with all city requirements, including providing necessary documentation and meeting the precise vehicle specifications outlined in the bid document. The procurement process emphasizes transparency, competitive pricing, and strict adherence to the city's detailed vehicle and vendor requirements.