Vehicle Battery Supply & Inventory

The City of Redlands Facilities and Community Services Department is seeking bids from qualified vendors to supply and manage a comprehensive inventory of vehicle batteries, specifically including brands such as Deka, Energizer, Duracell, and ODYSSEY. The selected vendor will be responsible for maintaining an adequate stock of these batteries at the City’s Corporate yard located at 1270 W. Park Avenue, Bldg. E, ensuring regular bi-weekly service and inventory rotation. Additionally, the vendor must provide check and charge testing services on an as-needed basis, with the capacity to replace batteries when necessary. To qualify, vendors must operate within a 30-mile radius of the City’s yard, ensuring timely service and support. The contract, titled "Vehicle Battery Supply & Inventory," is posted under solicitation number FCS05042024LA-01-REBID, with a response deadline of May 29, 2024. It is valued between $50,000 and $150,000 and is open to vendors capable of fulfilling the scope of work within the specified geographic and service parameters. The primary point of contact is Larry Alms, who can be reached via email or phone for further inquiries. The project emphasizes ongoing maintenance, inventory management, and responsive service to support the City’s vehicle fleet needs efficiently.