City of Clermont - Intent to Utilize Florida Sheriffs Association Contract to Purchase Police Vehicles - RFI 27-009 (2026)
City of ClermontCity · Clermont, FL- Due
- Oct 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Ramsey Jimenez
- (352) 241-7353
The 30-second brief
The City of Clermont is issuing a Request for Information (RFI 27-009) regarding its intent to utilize the existing Florida Sheriffs Association Contract (FSA25-VEL33.0 Pursuit, Administrative & Other Vehicles) with Garber Ford, Inc. to purchase fifteen (15) Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost vehicles and two (2) units with a K9 Package, with an estimated annual expenditure of $735,473.25 and $105,919.10 respectively. This RFI is not an invitation to submit a bid or quote, but rather to notify vendors and identify any qualified vendor capable of providing comparable products or services as approved equals within seven business days. Responses are due by October 9, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with a question deadline of October 9, 2026, at 12:00 pm. Interested vendors should submit capabilities and company information excluding pricing to the Procurement Services Department.
Fifteen (15) Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost, K8A 2027 MODEL INTERCEPTOR W/ECOBOOST; Two (2) Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost, K8A 2027 MODEL INTERCEPTOR W/ECOBOOST WITH K9 Package
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Summary
The City of Clermont is issuing a Request for Information (RFI 27-009) regarding its intent to utilize the existing Florida Sheriffs Association Contract (FSA25-VEL33.0 Pursuit, Administrative & Other Vehicles) with Garber Ford, Inc. to purchase fifteen (15) Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost vehicles and two (2) units with a K9 Package, with an estimated annual expenditure of $735,473.25 and $105,919.10 respectively.
This RFI is not an invitation to submit a bid or quote, but rather to notify vendors and identify any qualified vendor capable of providing comparable products or services as approved equals within seven business days. Responses are due by October 9, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with a question deadline of October 9, 2026, at 12:00 pm. Interested vendors should submit capabilities and company information excluding pricing to the Procurement Services Department.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Fifteen (15) Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost, K8A 2027 MODEL INTERCEPTOR W/ECOBOOST; Two (2) Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost, K8A 2027 MODEL INTERCEPTOR W/ECOBOOST WITH K9 Package
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Vendor Information, W-9 form
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/clermontfl
- Scope location
- Clermont, FL
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from City of Clermont?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 9, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/clermontfl. For questions, contact Ramsey Jimenez.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including City of Clermont in FL, 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 RFI 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 Ramsey Jimenez at (352) 241-7353. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Fifteen (15) Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost, K8A 2027 MODEL INTERCEPTOR W/ECOBOOST; Two (2) Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD Ecoboost, K8A 2027 MODEL INTERCEPTOR W/ECOBOOST WITH K9 Package. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Clermont?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Clermont are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Clermont 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 RFI?
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: Vendor Information, W-9 form. Review the full document from City of Clermont for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clermont, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.