RFQ - 2026 or newer/unused ford transit T-350 ADA wheelchair cargo van

The County of San Diego Sheriff's Office is requesting quotations for one 2026 or newer/unused Ford Transit T-350 ADA wheelchair cargo van under RFQ 13209, with quotations due July 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM and questions due July 22, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Award is reserved exclusively for Small-Local Businesses as defined in San Diego County Board Policy B-53; all offerors must submit a completed Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form to be considered.

The vehicle must feature a BraunAbility Century 2 Series wheelchair lift, smart floor aluminum modular flooring, bulkhead B-pillar prisoner transport partition, and ADA-compliant securement systems, or a county-approved equivalent. The vehicle must be delivered fully functional with a full tank of fuel and all outfitting completed by August 1, 2026, Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, following 48-hour advance notice to the Fleet Management Division. The contractor must register the vehicle with the California Department of Motor Vehicles as exempt and provide temporary license plates and all required DMV documentation at delivery.

Pricing must include all shipping and fees excluding sales tax and covers vehicle purchase, tire fees, California DMV electronic registration fees, documentation processing, extra programmed keys, outfitting parts and labor, and other associated costs. Payment terms are NET 30, though qualified small-local businesses may receive NET 15 terms under Board Policy B-53. Award will be based on price and performance factors including offeror experience, qualifications, technical approach, acceptance of the County's draft agreement, physical vehicle availability, vehicle specifications, and delivery lead time. A one-year warranty is required, with coverage beginning upon County assignment for use. The contractor bears all responsibility for vehicle damage prior to Fleet acceptance and must remedy any defects identified within 14 calendar days of notification at no cost to the County. The Byrd Anti-Lobbying Certification Form is mandatory. The contracting officer is Sharon Heredia at (619) 772-8527 or Sharon.Heredia@sdcounty.ca.gov.