RFQ22-1053: (2) 2024 or Newer Nissan Pathfinders

The State of California Department of Justice (DOJ) has issued a Request for Quote (RFQ) for the procurement of two 2024 or newer Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. The required features for the vehicles include all-weather floor mats, alarm with impact sensor, window tint (35% front; 5% rear), DMV documentation fee, and California tire tax. The interior color for both vehicles must be charcoal, and the exterior colors must be one glacier white and one gun metallic. The successful vendor must have a current State of California Vehicle Dealer License. The RFQ has a due date of May 22, 2024, and the anticipated award date is to be determined. The contract will be awarded on an "all or nothing" basis to the lowest responsible bidder, excluding sales tax.

The DVBE program requirements are waived for this procurement, but the DVBE incentive applies. The RFQ also requires bidders to submit various forms and certifications, including the Recycled Content Certification, Darfur Contracting Act Certification, and Generative Artificial Intelligence Disclosure. The payment terms are Net 45 days, and the RFQ provides guidelines for shipping, delivery, and vehicle inspection. The procurement does not provide any information about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or budget ranges.