RFP for 8 passenger vehicle

The Dickinson-Iron Intermediate School District (DIISD) has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) for procuring an 8-passenger vehicle, specifically seeking a 2024 or newer model 4x4 or all-wheel drive vehicle for the Delta County jurisdiction in Michigan. The procurement requires a vehicle with comprehensive specifications, including trailer towing capability, all-season radial tires, running boards, AM-FM radio with Bluetooth hands-free functionality, backup camera, and rear parking sensors. Sealed bids will be opened on May 29, 2025, at 10 AM, with proposals due by 3:00 PM Central Standard Time on May 28, 2025. Vendors can submit bids electronically to Amanda Sanicki or via mail to the district's address in Kingsford, Michigan. The bid packet includes a detailed bid sheet requiring vendors to specify vehicle description, warranty details, delivery date, and total cost, with an option to submit an alternate unit for consideration.

The procurement appears to have no specific set-aside designations for disadvantaged enterprises, but does include critical compliance requirements that could restrict bidder eligibility. Vendors must complete a Familial Disclosure Form revealing any familial relationships with school district employees or board members, and provide an Iran Economic Sanctions Act Certification confirming they are not an Iran-linked business. False certification could result in contract termination and significant financial penalties. While a specific budget range is not explicitly stated, the requirement for a new 2024 or newer model 8-passenger vehicle suggests a potential procurement value consistent with current market rates for well-equipped passenger vehicles. The school district, as a tax-exempt government entity, reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids, providing flexibility in the final vendor selection process.