26-350SOS-SOS35-B-51154 | 3 Police Trucks and 4 SUV's with upfitting

The Illinois Secretary of State is seeking bids under solicitation 26-350SOS-SOS35-B-51154 for the procurement and upfitting of seven new vehicles. The requirement includes three 4X4 half-ton Crew Cab Trucks with gas engines and automatic transmissions, two 4X4 mid-size utility SUVs for squad cars, and two mid-size utility SUVs or crossovers for covert operations. The vendor is responsible for providing and installing specific upfitting equipment, such as prisoner transport systems and K9 ACE transport systems, as well as installing agency-provided equipment including Havis docking stations and Motorola radios. The contract term runs from execution through June 30, 2026, with no renewal options. Award will be granted to the responsive and responsible bidder offering the lowest price. Bidders must be licensed to sell vehicles and must submit all bids electronically via the BidBuy portal. Required documentation includes specific vendor disclosure forms based on the bidder's registration status in the Illinois Procurement Gateway. Evaluation for responsibility includes a review of financial disclosures, past performance, and compliance with equal opportunity and prevailing wage laws. All vehicles must be merchantable and free from defects for at least twelve months, with all manufacturer warranties transferred to the State. Invoicing occurs upon completion of the contract and is subject to statutory offset.