Stellantis Vehicle Market Basket

The State of Nebraska, through the Department of Administrative Services (DAS), Materiel Division, State Purchasing Bureau (SPB), is issuing an Invitation to Bid (ITB) for a commodity contract to procure Stellantis Vehicle Market Baskets. The solicitation seeks qualified bidders to provide a comprehensive range of Stellantis vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, vans, and light and heavy-duty trucks from brands such as Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram. Bidders must offer vehicles for model years 2024 and 2025, meeting or exceeding minimum specifications for each vehicle type and trim level. The contract will consist of a Core List of commonly purchased items and a Catalog/Non-Core List, with bidders required to provide a standard 5% discount off current manufacturer MSRP for additional models and a 2% discount for non-core options. The bid responses are due by September 25, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. Central Time, with a contract term of one year and an option to renew for an additional year. Evaluation criteria include compliance with minimum specifications, pricing, and ability to meet delivery requirements within 180 days of order receipt.

The solicitation does not specify specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. However, the State will not accept Gray Market products, equipment from companies owned by the Chinese Communist Party, or products from entities on the Office of Foreign Assets Control Sanctions List. The contract allows political subdivisions, cities, and counties to utilize the pricing and terms. The State has indicated an intent to award the contract to Gene Steffy Auto Group, with Gregg Young Stellantis also submitting a bid. While no specific budget range is explicitly stated, the bid tab documents show pricing for various vehicle configurations, suggesting a potentially significant procurement value. The resulting contract is not exclusive, as the State reserves the right to contract for the same or similar goods from other sources. Delivery requirements include vehicles being road-ready, fully equipped, and serviced upon delivery, with the potential for extended use by various government entities.