RFQ - toyota RAV4 phev SE AWD (reserved for local businesses)

The County of San Diego is requesting quotations for seven 2026 or newer Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid SE AWD vehicles or county-approved equivalents under RFQ 13396, with quotations due September 28, 2026 at 5:00 PM. This procurement is reserved for local businesses — defined as partnerships, corporations, joint ventures, or individuals maintaining headquarters or conducting business within San Diego County geographic boundaries — making this a restrictive eligibility filter.

Each vehicle must feature a 2.5L 4-cylinder plug-in hybrid engine with all-wheel drive, electronically controlled continuously variable transmission, and be available in Ice Cap, Blueprint, Meteor Shower, or Storm Cloud exterior colors with black interiors. All vehicles must include all-weather floor mats, truck organizer, mud guards, seat covers, three programmed keys, and full outfitting prior to delivery. Vehicles must be registered with the California Department of Motor Vehicles as exempt, arrive with temporary license plates, be fully functional with no dashboard error messages, and have at least 90% fuel or 80% charge at delivery. The County assumes responsibility for all defects identified within fourteen calendar days of delivery.

Quotations must be submitted via BuyNet with completed Offeror's Cover Page (PC600), Representations and Certifications (PC601), Small-Local Business Self-Certification Form (PC610), and pricing schedule. Pricing must include shipping and all additional fees but exclude sales tax. The pricing schedule itemizes costs for seven vehicle units, twenty-one additional keys, thirty-five tire fees at $1.75 each, seven California DMV electronic vehicle registrations at $37.00 each, and seven document processing fees at $85.00 each. Payment terms are NET 30; qualified Small-Local Businesses may be eligible for NET 15 under Board Policy B-53.

Delivery must occur no later than 90 days after purchase order issuance at County of San Diego DGS Fleet Services, 5610 Overland Avenue, San Diego, California 92123, Monday through Friday between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM. Questions are due September 25, 2026 at 5:00 PM. Award will be based on price and performance factors including offeror experience, qualifications, technical approach, acceptance of county terms, vehicle availability, vehicle specifications, and delivery lead time. Christopher Almazan, Procurement Specialist, is the contracting officer, reachable at (858) 463-8779 or Christopher.Almazan@sdcounty.ca.gov.