Automotive Supplies

The City of Montebello is soliciting bids under RFQ 25-03 for qualified vendors to provide high-quality automotive supplies, parts, and components to support the Police, Fire, Public Works, and Recreation and Community Services Departments. The scope of procurement includes batteries, fluids, chemicals, filters, tires, wiper blades, and other general vehicle maintenance parts. The resulting contract will have an initial term of three years, with the option for two additional one-year extensions, potentially running through June 30, 2028. Bids must be submitted electronically via the PlanetBids portal by June 5, 2025. Award selection will be based on a trade-off methodology evaluating three primary factors: proposed fees for services (60%), qualifications and experience (30%), and reputation for integrity and competence (10%). Vendors are required to provide a dynamic pricing structure, such as retail price minus a defined discount, rather than fixed unit pricing. All supplied products must be new, commercial-grade quality, and compliant with all applicable safety regulations. The contract is governed by the City's Standard Professional Services Agreement, which mandates that all work products become the property of the City and requires vendors to maintain specific insurance coverages and disclose any potential conflicts of interest.