City of Asheville - Ford Fleet Vehicles - Formal Bid Request No. FBR 2096-27 (2026)
- Due
- Oct 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ann King
- (828) 259-5954
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville is seeking competitive formal bids for the supply and delivery of new 2026 Ford fleet vehicles, including multiple models such as Ford Maverick XL, F-150 SuperCrew and Regular Cab, F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks with service bodies and utility options, F-350/F-550/F-600 chassis cab units with dump beds and gooseneck platforms, Ford Transit cargo and passenger vans, and a Ford Mustang Mach-E Select AWD. Vehicles will be used by various municipal departments and must meet all federal, state, and OSHA standards. Requests for exceptions, questions, or clarifications are due by 3:00 PM local time on Monday, September 21, 2026. Sealed bids are due by 3:00 PM local time on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Delivery shall be FOB to City of Asheville Fleet Management at 173 South Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801.
Two (2) 2026 Ford Maverick XL AWD Supercrew, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercrew Cab Hybrid, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 XL 4WD Regular Cab with Electronic Lift Gate, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 XL 4WD Regular Cab, One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 SRW XL 4WD Super Cab with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 SRW XL 4WD Super Cab with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty SRW XL 4WD Regular Cab, Two (2) 2026 Ford F-350 DRW 4x4 XL Supercab with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-350 Chassis 4x4 SD Crew Cab with Knapheide PGTE Gooseneck Platform, One (1) 2026 Ford F-550 Chassis 4x4 SD Crewcab with CM SK Steel Truck Bed, Two (2) 2026 Ford F-550 4x4 Crew Cab and Chassis with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-600 Chassis 4x4 DRW Regular Cab with Stellar TMAX1-V2 Propane Body and Telescopic Crane, One (1) 2026 Ford F-600 Chassis 4x4 SD Regular Cab DRW XL with Snow Plow, Dump Bed, And Salt/Sand Spreader, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Van T-250 148" Med Roof, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Van T-150 130" Low Roof, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-350 148" High Roof XL AWD, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-350 148" Med Roof XL RWD, One (1) 2026 Ford Mustang Mach E Select AWD, One (1) 2026 Ford F-550 Super Duty XL DRW Regular Cab with Knapheide 8 Bay Utility Body and Crane/Lift Gate options
Lowest Base Price plus Options
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Summary
The City of Asheville is seeking competitive formal bids for the supply and delivery of new 2026 Ford fleet vehicles, including multiple models such as Ford Maverick XL, F-150 SuperCrew and Regular Cab, F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks with service bodies and utility options, F-350/F-550/F-600 chassis cab units with dump beds and gooseneck platforms, Ford Transit cargo and passenger vans, and a Ford Mustang Mach-E Select AWD. Vehicles will be used by various municipal departments and must meet all federal, state, and OSHA standards.
Requests for exceptions, questions, or clarifications are due by 3:00 PM local time on Monday, September 21, 2026. Sealed bids are due by 3:00 PM local time on Thursday, October 1, 2026. Delivery shall be FOB to City of Asheville Fleet Management at 173 South Charlotte Street, Asheville, NC 28801.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest Base Price plus Options
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Two (2) 2026 Ford Maverick XL AWD Supercrew, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercrew Cab Hybrid, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 XL 4WD Regular Cab with Electronic Lift Gate, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 XL 4WD Regular Cab, One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 SRW XL 4WD Super Cab with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 SRW XL 4WD Super Cab with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 Super Duty SRW XL 4WD Regular Cab, Two (2) 2026 Ford F-350 DRW 4x4 XL Supercab with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-350 Chassis 4x4 SD Crew Cab with Knapheide PGTE Gooseneck Platform, One (1) 2026 Ford F-550 Chassis 4x4 SD Crewcab with CM SK Steel Truck Bed, Two (2) 2026 Ford F-550 4x4 Crew Cab and Chassis with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford F-600 Chassis 4x4 DRW Regular Cab with Stellar TMAX1-V2 Propane Body and Telescopic Crane, One (1) 2026 Ford F-600 Chassis 4x4 SD Regular Cab DRW XL with Snow Plow, Dump Bed, And Salt/Sand Spreader, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Van T-250 148" Med Roof, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Cargo Van T-150 130" Low Roof, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-350 148" High Roof XL AWD, One (1) 2026 Ford Transit Passenger Wagon T-350 148" Med Roof XL RWD, One (1) 2026 Ford Mustang Mach E Select AWD, One (1) 2026 Ford F-550 Super Duty XL DRW Regular Cab with Knapheide 8 Bay Utility Body and Crane/Lift Gate options
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Non-Collusion Statement
- Submit to
- City of Asheville Formal Bid Dropbox located in the City Hall Security Station or sent by UPS or FedEx to City of Asheville, 70 Court Plaza, Security Station, Asheville, NC 28801
- 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 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Asheville Formal Bid Dropbox located in the City Hall Security Station or sent by UPS or FedEx to City of Asheville, 70 Court Plaza, Security Station, Asheville, NC 28801. For questions, contact Ann King.
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 Ann King at (828) 259-5954. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Two (2) 2026 Ford Maverick XL AWD Supercrew, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 4x4 Supercrew Cab Hybrid, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 XL 4WD Regular Cab with Electronic Lift Gate, One (1) 2026 Ford F-150 XL 4WD Regular Cab, One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 SRW XL 4WD Super Cab with Knapheide Service Body, One (1) 2026 Ford. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Lowest Base Price plus Options" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Non-Collusion Statement. 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.