University of Utah U Bike Electric 2018-Electric Bicycle Manufacturers & Dealers

The University of Utah has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the U Bike Electric program, seeking to establish a manufacturer and dealer discount program for pedal-assisted battery-electric bicycles (E-bikes) available to university-affiliated individuals including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and campus community members. The RFP, posted on January 29, 2018, with a proposal closing date of February 20, 2018, at 2:00 PM MST, is not a traditional procurement process and is not governed by Utah's Procurement Code or the university's procurement policies. The primary objective is to facilitate discounted E-bike purchases by selecting multiple manufacturers and dealers who meet minimum requirements and are willing to enter into an agreement with the university. Interested vendors must submit proposals demonstrating their ability to provide E-bikes that meet the program's specifications. The primary contact for this RFP is Joe Bryant, who can be reached at jbryant@purchasing.utah.edu or +801 (581) 8992. Commodity codes associated with this RFP include non-motorized cycles and bicycle tires.

The RFP does not specify any specific set-aside designations or restrictions on responding organizations. There is no indication of incumbent vendors or existing infrastructure requirements for integration. The document does not provide specific pricing details, funding sources, or potential award values or budget ranges. The university intends to select all manufacturers and dealers that meet the minimum requirements, suggesting a potentially broad pool of potential participants. The RFP emphasizes that the university will act as a facilitator for the E-bike discount program, rather than as a direct purchaser, which implies a collaborative approach to establishing the bicycle purchasing initiative. The program appears designed to provide flexible purchasing options for the University of Utah community, with an emphasis on accessibility and choice in E-bike acquisition.