PS Police Drone Support Van

The Equipment Leasing Authority of the City of Pittsburgh has issued solicitation number 2026-ECOOP-080 seeking bids for the purchase and delivery of one new drone support vehicle for the Bureau of Police. The acquisition involves a 2026 model Ford Transit T-350 Cargo Van in an all-wheel-drive extended-length high roof configuration or an approved equal that meets or exceeds the specified requirements. Key vehicle features include dual 250A alternators, dual AGM batteries, a 400W onboard power system, extended-range fuel capacity (minimum 30 gallons), advanced safety systems such as backup camera, lane assist, automatic emergency braking, and parking sensors, as well as modern connectivity options like Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, and multiple USB ports. The van must be white with black trim and tinted windows and delivered clean, fully fueled, inspected, and equipped with a valid Pennsylvania State Inspection and license plates or coordinated registration. The contract requires delivery to Pittsburgh or an authorized city upfitter location under F.O.B. destination terms, with inspection and acceptance conducted on delivery at the designated site. Bids will be evaluated primarily on price in a lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) basis, with strict pass/fail compliance to the detailed technical specifications governing vehicle configuration, performance, and warranty coverage. The minimum warranty requires a 3-year engine warranty plus OEM chassis coverage, with preference for extended service terms. The solicitation enforces unique bid submission rules, including a limitation of one bid per vendor and prohibition on pre-printed terms. Documentation must be submitted electronically via the procurenow.com portal by May 18, 2026. No standard FAR clauses or detailed federal contracting provisions are included, reflecting reliance on Pennsylvania state procurement law and local contracting protocols. The contract is structured as a single one-time purchase with invoicing tied directly to the city’s purchase order. The Equipment Leasing Authority holds payment and acceptance authority, and the vendor must ensure full operational readiness upon delivery. The solicitation documents do not specify pricing or estimated contract value, requiring bidders to provide full cost proposals upon submission.