Light & Medium Duty Vehicle Body Shop Repairs

The City of Richmond's Department of General Services, Fleet Management Division, is soliciting bids to establish contracts for collision and body repair services for its fleet of approximately 2,600 light and medium duty vehicles, including gasoline, diesel, electric, and compressed natural gas (CNG) vehicles. The solicitation, identified as number 260006941, was posted on December 2, 2025, with a response deadline of January 5, 2026. The contract covers a range of repair services such as body work, collision repair, brake system maintenance, engine and transmission repair, and specialized services for alternative fuel vehicles, with technicians certified in their respective fields. Bidders are required to comply with applicable federal, state, and local standards regarding safety, environmental regulations, and parts usage, including the use of CAPA-certified parts, and guarantee workmanship and materials for one year after acceptance by the City. Award of the contract will be based on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) evaluation methodology with key factors including labor rates, past performance, resource availability, and responsiveness to work assignments. The contract emphasizes strict compliance with City terms and conditions as outlined in a formal Goods and Services Contract format. No Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) or Emerging Small Business (ESB) participation goals are set due to limited subcontracting opportunities. The contract term allows for extensions and renewals at the City’s sole discretion, with special requirements including personnel approval for substitutions, a drug-free workplace mandate, civil rights compliance, and prohibitions on advertising the contract relationship without prior consent. Invoices are to be submitted electronically, and all contracts and communications must be completed through the City’s OpenGov procurement portal to ensure timely and official submission.