City of Asheville - AFD Vehicle Upfit - 298-FY27-CAM-BID-AFDVEHICLEUPFIT (2026)
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Oct 23, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 8, 2026
- Primary contact
- Keith Leader
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville, North Carolina, in conjunction with the Asheville Police Department, is soliciting BIDs from Emergency Vehicle Upfitters to provide upfit of Emergency Lighting and Equipment to Five (5) new AFD Vehicles. The project involves equipping new fleet vehicles for police operations in Asheville, NC. Bids are due by Friday October 23rd, 2026 at 4pm EST, with questions due by Monday October 12th, 2026 at 4pm EST. Bid documents are available on the City procurement website at www.ashevillenc.gov/bids.
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Summary
The City of Asheville, North Carolina, in conjunction with the Asheville Police Department, is soliciting BIDs from Emergency Vehicle Upfitters to provide upfit of Emergency Lighting and Equipment to Five (5) new AFD Vehicles.
The project involves equipping new fleet vehicles for police operations in Asheville, NC. Bids are due by Friday October 23rd, 2026 at 4pm EST, with questions due by Monday October 12th, 2026 at 4pm EST. Bid documents are available on the City procurement website at www.ashevillenc.gov/bids.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Emergency lighting and equipment for five new AFD vehicles
- Submit to
- www.ashevillenc.gov/bids
- Scope location
- Asheville, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Asheville?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 23, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: www.ashevillenc.gov/bids. For questions, contact Keith Leader.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Asheville in NC, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the Bid submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Keith Leader. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Emergency lighting and equipment for five new AFD vehicles. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Asheville?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Asheville are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Asheville regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. Review the full document from City of Asheville for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Asheville, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.