(Qty 2) Electric Vans

The Board of Education of School District 68 Nanaimo-Ladysmith is soliciting quotes for the purchase of two new electric cargo vans as part of its District Vehicle/Equipment Replacement Program. The required vehicles must be E-Transit-350 Cargo Vans featuring rear-wheel drive, a high roof, a 148-inch wheelbase, and an 89kWh high-voltage battery with a single-speed transmission. Key specifications include a gross vehicle weight rating of 9,500 lbs, orange safety belts, and compliance with FMVSS 226 for high-strength laminated glass. The contract will be awarded based on best value, considering factors such as personnel experience, technical understanding of the supply, the bidder's track record with completion schedules, and available resource depth. Mandatory requirements for submission include providing the response in English, adhering to the closing date and time, and submitting the required Response Form and Submission Declaration. Successful suppliers will be required to submit monthly invoices, with payment terms set at 30 days following receipt. The supplier is responsible for the quality of all deliverables and must rectify any deficiencies at their own cost.