Vehicle Utility Boxes

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) is seeking bids for vehicle utility boxes through Invitation to Bid (ITB-004-26), targeting the Florida Highway Patrol and various departmental vehicles. The procurement covers utility box installations for multiple vehicle makes including Chevrolet Tahoe, Silverado, Dodge Charger, Ford F-150, and Jeep models, with specific configurations for Patrol, Criminal Investigations Unit, DUI, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, Drone, and Administrative units. The initial contract term is four years with an option to renew for an additional four years, with bids due on October 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. ET and anticipated award posting on November 12, 2025. Bidders must provide unit pricing for each vehicle type and configuration, including a mandatory 10% discount on catalog items not specifically listed. Delivery is required within 90 days of the Department's written request, and the award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest "Grand Total Price". Shipping costs must be included in the pricing, with no separate shipping charges to be paid by the Department.

Bidders must be registered in the MyFloridaMarketPlace system and comply with various state requirements, including provisions related to diverse business enterprises and anti-discrimination regulations. The contract is subject to annual legislative appropriation, and the Department reserves the right to add, delete, or substitute goods within the contract's scope. Potential respondents should note that the procurement includes provisions for scrutinized companies and requires compliance with state diversity and inclusion standards. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the solicitation covers multiple vehicle types and configurations, suggesting a potentially significant contract value. The procurement appears open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and pricing requirements, with an emphasis on providing comprehensive utility box solutions for law enforcement and administrative vehicles across various Florida state agencies.