Upfit Police Cruisers

The City of Council Bluffs, Iowa, is seeking bids from qualified and insured companies to perform upfitting services on six police Chevrolet Tahoe cruisers. The project requires the contractor to provide all personnel, supervision, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the work, with the bid prices reflecting these costs. The contract will be awarded on an all-or-none basis to a single bidder and is valid for the entire upfitting of the six vehicles. Oversight and administration of the work will be handled by an authorized designee from the Fleet Maintenance Division, and all work must be completed within the timeframe specified in the detailed specifications document. The total contract value is estimated to range between $240,000 and $360,000, with the final bid price becoming the contractual rate for the duration of the agreement. Bidders are required to submit a bid bond or cashier’s check equal to at least 5% of their total bid amount for bids exceeding $40,000, payable to the City of Council Bluffs. The bid bond must be accurately calculated, and acceptable forms include cashier’s checks clearly marked as such; letters of credit and personal or company checks are not permitted. The contract emphasizes strict adherence to submission deadlines, with the response deadline set for April 28, 2025. The comprehensive process ensures transparency and compliance, with the bid submission portal accessible online. This procurement is part of the City’s broader efforts to maintain operational efficiency and safety standards for its police fleet.