Current Model Cars, SUVs, and Light Duty Trucks

The Houston-Galveston Area Council of Governments (H-GAC) is seeking responses from qualified manufacturers, dealers, distributors, and service providers to establish blanket contracts for the supply of cars, SUVs, and light/medium duty trucks, along with related services, under its Cooperative Purchasing Program. This initiative aims to offer Texas local governments and eligible entities in other states access to a broad selection of fleet vehicles and associated services, including installation, repair, training, and maintenance. Respondents must demonstrate experience in fleet government sales and possess dedicated staff to support these sales efforts. The solicitation emphasizes providing a wide variety of vehicle options to meet diverse customer needs, with potential offerings including discounts off catalog prices or hourly rates for services. Respondents are not required to cover all product categories but should aim to deliver the most comprehensive selection possible. The solicitation, titled "Current Model Cars, SUVs, and Light Duty Trucks," was posted on October 25, 2023, with a deadline for responses set for December 14, 2023. The program is managed under the authority of Texas law, specifically the Texas Local Government Code, which authorizes H-GAC to provide cooperative purchasing options. The primary contact for this solicitation is Virginia Virgen, reachable via email or phone. The initiative is designed to facilitate efficient procurement processes for government entities, ensuring access to modern, reliable fleet vehicles and related services through competitive and cooperative purchasing arrangements. More details can be accessed through the provided online portal link.