City of Kirkland Lease of Electric Vehicles RFP 2026
City of KirklandCity · Kirkland, WA- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Jacinda Guild
- (425) 587-3123
The 30-second brief
The City of Kirkland is seeking proposals for a three-year lease of an estimated 30 to 40 new electric vehicles for the Police Department. The lease should include maintenance costs and preferred vehicle types are smaller cars or sedans with a range of at least 200 miles. The City may also consider optional charging equipment.
Detailed information about vehicles, Monthly and annual lease pricing, Maintenance charges, Warranty information, Electric vehicle tax breaks/incentives, Project manager identification and experience, And four client references.
Vehicle specifics matching City preferences (40%), References (10%), Timely delivery (20%), Cost schedule (30%).
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Summary
The City of Kirkland is seeking proposals for a three-year lease of an estimated 30 to 40 new electric vehicles for the Police Department.
The lease should include maintenance costs and preferred vehicle types are smaller cars or sedans with a range of at least 200 miles. The City may also consider optional charging equipment.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Detailed information about vehicles
- Monthly and annual lease pricing
- Maintenance charges
- Warranty information
- Electric vehicle tax breaks/incentives
- Project manager identification and experience
- Four client references
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
City's standard Professional Services Agreement (Attachment B)
- Submit to
- 123 - 5th Ave, Kirkland WA, 98033
- Scope location
- Kirkland, Washington
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Kirkland?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 2, 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: 123 - 5th Ave, Kirkland WA, 98033. For questions, contact Jacinda Guild.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Kirkland in WA, 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 RFP 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 Jacinda Guild at (425) 587-3123. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Detailed information about vehicles, Monthly and annual lease pricing, Maintenance charges, Warranty information, Electric vehicle tax breaks/incentives, Project manager identification and experience, And four client references.. 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: "Vehicle specifics matching City preferences (40%), References (10%), Timely delivery (20%), Cost schedule (30%)." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Kirkland?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Kirkland are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Kirkland 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 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
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: City's standard Professional Services Agreement (Attachment B). Review the full document from City of Kirkland for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Kirkland, Washington. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.