Automated Commercial Carwash Services for Law Enforcement Vehicles

Chatham County, Georgia, is soliciting bids for solicitation number 26-0122-3 to obtain automated exterior carwash and cleaning services for its law enforcement fleet. The selected vendor must own, operate, or manage at least two fully operational facilities geographically distributed within the county to ensure accessibility for duty shifts. Key technical requirements include the integration of an Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) system at each facility for vehicle verification and entry, as well as the provision of complimentary high-suction self-service vacuums. All wash equipment must be calibrated to safely accommodate specialized law enforcement hardware, such as push bumpers, roof light bars, and spotlights, with the vendor assuming full financial liability for any damages caused by mechanical failure or improper calibration. The contract is structured for a one-year initial term with four optional one-year renewals. Award selection is based on the lowest unit price for a fixed monthly rate per registered license plate, allowing for unlimited wash cycles per vehicle. Bidders must be responsible and compliant with various certifications, including a current Chatham County Tax Certificate, E-Verify affidavits, and the Georgia Security and Immigration Compliance Act. Evaluation factors include price and the bidder's responsibility regarding licensing and registrations. Payments will be issued within thirty days of invoice receipt. Submissions must be made via the Chatham County Purchasing Portal by the deadline of November 3, 2026.