City of Asheville - Police Vehicle Graphic Replacement - Bid Request No. 298-FY27-APD-BID-Police Car Graphics (2026)
City of AshevilleCity · Asheville, NC- Due
- Dec 3, 2026
- 22 days left
- Posted
- Nov 9, 2026
- Duration
- 3 months
- Primary contact
- Captain Hawkins
- (828) 251-4075
The 30-second brief
The City of Asheville, North Carolina, in conjunction with the Asheville Police Department, is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to provide graphic removal, surface cleaning, graphic printing, and new graphic application for a minimum of 42 vehicles, including 40 units of 2020-2023 Ford Explorers/PIU, 2024 Chevy Tahoes, and 2023 Ford F-150. The work requires removing existing graphics, cleaning surfaces, and professionally applying new approved vehicle graphics using 3M IJ280 Controltac Graphic Film and 3M 780mC Scotchlite Print Wrap Film with 3M 8428 Gloss Wrap Overlaminate per City specifications. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, and should be submitted via email to [email protected]. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM EST at 100 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801. Questions must be submitted by November 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
Remove existing graphics, Surface cleaning, Graphic printing, And new graphic application for minimum 40 2020-2023 Ford Explorers, 2024 Chevy Tahoe, And 2023 Ford F-150
Lowest, responsive, responsible bidder that meets specification requirements, taking into consideration past performance, service record, and reliability
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Summary
The City of Asheville, North Carolina, in conjunction with the Asheville Police Department, is soliciting bids from qualified vendors to provide graphic removal, surface cleaning, graphic printing, and new graphic application for a minimum of 42 vehicles, including 40 units of 2020-2023 Ford Explorers/PIU, 2024 Chevy Tahoes, and 2023 Ford F-150.
The work requires removing existing graphics, cleaning surfaces, and professionally applying new approved vehicle graphics using 3M IJ280 Controltac Graphic Film and 3M 780mC Scotchlite Print Wrap Film with 3M 8428 Gloss Wrap Overlaminate per City specifications. Bids are due by December 3, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, and should be submitted via email to [email protected]. An optional pre-bid meeting is scheduled for November 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM EST at 100 Court Plaza, Asheville, NC 28801. Questions must be submitted by November 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM EST.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Lowest
- Responsive
- Responsible bidder that meets specification requirements
- Taking into consideration past performance
- Service record
- Reliability
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
6- Remove existing graphics
- Surface cleaning
- Graphic printing
- New graphic application for minimum 40 2020-2023 Ford Explorers
- 2024 Chevy Tahoe
- 2023 Ford F-150
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Bid Form, References
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- 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 December 3, 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: [email protected]. For questions, contact Captain Hawkins.
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 Captain Hawkins at (828) 251-4075. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Remove existing graphics, Surface cleaning, Graphic printing, And new graphic application for minimum 40 2020-2023 Ford Explorers, 2024 Chevy Tahoe, And 2023 Ford F-150. 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, responsive, responsible bidder that meets specification requirements, taking into consideration past performance, service record, and reliability" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 months. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 3, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Bid Form, References. 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.