Specialized Turbo Levo Electric Bike or Equivalent

The Unified Police Department of Greater Salt Lake (UPD) is soliciting quotes for two Specialized Men's Turbo Levo Alloy Electric Bikes (E-Bikes) to support the Millcreek Precinct Bike Patrol Enforcement Program. This procurement is a Request for Quote (RFQ) released through the State of Utah's Purchasing Platform (U3P/Sciquest) with an initial contract term of three years and potential renewals for two additional one-year terms. The primary deliverable is two electric bicycles, with the first order required to be delivered by May 15, 2022, and the procurement allowing for future purchases of additional e-bikes and accessories. Potential bidders can submit electronic questions through U3P/Sciquest or via email to Amanda Watrous (awatrous@updsl.org) until noon MST on February 4, 2022. The formal quote submission deadline is 4:00 PM MST on February 2, 2022, with only electronic submissions being accepted due to COVID-19 restrictions. Vendors must submit a cover letter detailing their business information, legal status, and willingness to enter the agreement, along with Exhibit A documenting all pricing and associated fees.

No specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation were explicitly mentioned in the procurement documents. The commodity is classified under code 25160 for non-motorized cycles, suggesting a standard competitive bidding process. While no incumbent vendors were identified, the solicitation includes provisions for maintenance, repairs, and tune-ups as part of the agreement. The procurement allows for potential future purchases of e-bikes and accessories on an as-needed basis, indicating flexibility in the contract structure. Although a specific budget range was not provided, the focus appears to be on procuring high-quality electric bicycles for law enforcement patrol operations. The contract's three-year term with optional renewals suggests potential ongoing value for the successful vendor. Interested companies should carefully review the full RFQ documentation and prepare comprehensive responses that demonstrate their ability to meet the Unified Police Department's specific equipment requirements.