THREE (3) VEHICLE UP-FITTINGS FOR CHEVY TAHOE K9 HANDLERS

The City of Glendale is soliciting quotations for the up-fitting of three Chevy Tahoe vehicles specifically configured for K9 handlers within the Police Department. This procurement, identified under solicitation number 404209 and posted on January 29, 2026, requires vendors to submit bids electronically via the PlanetBids portal by February 10, 2026. The contract encompasses furnishing all labor, materials, and services necessary to perform the vehicle up-fittings in strict compliance with the City's detailed specifications, drawings, and associated plans without alterations unless expressly authorized in writing. Deliverables must be new, unused, and packaged in manufacturer packaging, with title and risk of loss transferring to the City upon F.O.B. destination delivery in Glendale, California. The City reserves the right to award the contract based on the lowest price that is technically acceptable, considering responsiveness and compliance, and may split awards among bidders. The contract incorporates comprehensive local terms and conditions developed by the City of Glendale, emphasizing vendor obligations such as maintaining workers’ compensation and liability insurance, adherence to federal, state, and local laws, and compliance with all applicable occupational safety and environmental regulations. Vendors act as independent contractors with no employment relationship to the City and bear full responsibility for their personnel. Changes to contract scope or delivery require written authorization and formal change management procedures, including submission of cost and time impact statements within specified timelines. Strict warranties cover workmanship, materials, and suitability for intended use, with all manufacturer warranties transferred to the City. Confidentiality clauses protect City-provided materials, while assignment and subcontracting require City consent. Invoicing must be submitted in duplicate shortly after shipment with payment terms of net 30 days. Inspection and acceptance occur at the City’s designated destination location, where the City retains authority to reject non-conforming goods, with the Vendor liable for return shipping costs. Submission guidelines mandate exclusive electronic bid submission via PlanetBids, with no alternative methods permitted, ensuring a streamlined and regulated procurement process governed by California law.