City of Kalispell Type I Ambulance Invitation to Bid 2026
City of KalispellCity · Kalispell, MT- Due
- Feb 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jay Hagen
- (406) 758-7761
The 30-second brief
The City of Kalispell, Montana Fire Department is soliciting sealed bids to design and build a Type I Ambulance. The procurement includes the design, manufacturing, and delivery of the emergency vehicle. Bidders must provide a bid security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid amount in the form of currency, cashier's check, certified check, or bid bond. The successful bidder will be required to enter into a formal contract and provide a performance bond within fifteen (15) calendar days of award. Bids are due by February 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MST at the City Clerk's office, with a public opening immediately following in the City Hall First Floor Conference Room.
Type I Ambulance design and build
Lowest responsible bid
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Summary
The City of Kalispell, Montana Fire Department is soliciting sealed bids to design and build a Type I Ambulance.
The procurement includes the design, manufacturing, and delivery of the emergency vehicle. Bidders must provide a bid security in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid amount in the form of currency, cashier's check, certified check, or bid bond. The successful bidder will be required to enter into a formal contract and provide a performance bond within fifteen (15) calendar days of award. Bids are due by February 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. MST at the City Clerk's office, with a public opening immediately following in the City Hall First Floor Conference Room.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest responsible bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Type I Ambulance design and build
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
bid security, bid bond
- Submit to
- City Clerk, 201 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT 59901
- Scope location
- Kalispell, MT
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Kalispell?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 18, 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 Clerk, 201 1st Ave East, Kalispell, MT 59901. For questions, contact Jay Hagen.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Kalispell in MT, 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 Jay Hagen at (406) 758-7761. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Type I Ambulance design and build. 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 responsible bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kalispell?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kalispell are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kalispell 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: bid security, bid bond. Review the full document from City of Kalispell for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kalispell, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.