City of Painesville Upfitting Outfitting Police Vehicles RFP 2026
City of Belvidere cityCity · Belvidere, IL- Due
- Apr 10, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Dan Waterman
- (440) 392-5816
The 30-second brief
The City of Painesville is seeking proposals for the upfitting and outfitting of police vehicles. This includes the purchase and installation of specified equipment for three 2026 Ford Explorer SUV police vehicles. The contract will cover services, equipment, communication, records, and indemnity.
Upfitting/Outfitting of police vehicles, Maintenance and service for one year, Regular communications, Adequate records, Indemnity
Bid price, experience of the Bidder in performing the same or similar work, quality of the work that has been performed by the Bidder for other entities, timeliness of the work for other entities, and the experience of the workforce for the Bidder in performing the same or similar work
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Summary
The City of Painesville is seeking proposals for the upfitting and outfitting of police vehicles. This includes the purchase and installation of specified equipment for three 2026 Ford Explorer SUV police vehicles. The contract will cover services, equipment, communication, records, and indemnity.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Bid price, experience of the Bidder in performing the same or similar work, quality of the work that has been performed by the Bidder for other entities, timeliness of the work for other entities, and the experience of the workforce for the Bidder in performing the same or similar work
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Upfitting/Outfitting of police vehicles
- Maintenance and service for one year
- Regular communications
- Adequate records
- Indemnity
- Submit to
- Painesville City Hall, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio 44077
- Scope location
- Painesville, Ohio
- Reported agency
- City of Painesville
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Belvidere city?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 10, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: Painesville City Hall, 7 Richmond Street, Painesville, Ohio 44077. For questions, contact Dan Waterman.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Belvidere city in IL, 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 Dan Waterman at (440) 392-5816. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Upfitting/Outfitting of police vehicles, Maintenance and service for one year, Regular communications, Adequate records, Indemnity. 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: "Bid price, experience of the Bidder in performing the same or similar work, quality of the work that has been performed by the Bidder for other entities, timeliness of the work for other entities, and..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Belvidere city?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Belvidere city are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Belvidere city 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 1 year. 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. Review the full document from City of Belvidere city for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Painesville, Ohio. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.