City of Vandalia Police Cruiser Bid 2026 - Three Police Patrol Vehicles
City of VandaliaCity · Vandalia, OH- Due
- Sep 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 31, 2026
- Primary contact
- Brandon B. Sucher
The 30-second brief
The City of Vandalia is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of three (3) police patrol vehicles for the Division of Police. Bidders must provide pricing for all equipment, specify a service center location, and include warranty terms. Proposals must be accompanied by a bid bond or certified check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the proposal amount. Bids will be publicly opened on September 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Vandalia Justice Center Community Room. Specifications are available at the office of the Police Chief at 245 James E. Bohanan Memorial Drive, Vandalia, Ohio. The city maintains a local preference policy for Vandalia-based businesses within specific price percentage thresholds.
Sealed proposals, Bid bond or certified check (10%), Service center location, Warranty term
Lowest and best proposal, local preference (5% for bids <= $50k; 2% for bids > $50k)
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Summary
The City of Vandalia is soliciting sealed bids for the purchase of three (3) police patrol vehicles for the Division of Police.
Bidders must provide pricing for all equipment, specify a service center location, and include warranty terms. Proposals must be accompanied by a bid bond or certified check in the amount of ten percent (10%) of the proposal amount. Bids will be publicly opened on September 9, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Vandalia Justice Center Community Room. Specifications are available at the office of the Police Chief at 245 James E. Bohanan Memorial Drive, Vandalia, Ohio. The city maintains a local preference policy for Vandalia-based businesses within specific price percentage thresholds.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest and best proposal, local preference (5% for bids <= $50k; 2% for bids > $50k)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Sealed proposals
- Bid bond or certified check (10%)
- Service center location
- Warranty term
- Submit to
- 245 James E. Bohanan Memorial Drive, Vandalia, Ohio
- Scope location
- Vandalia, OH
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Vandalia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 245 James E. Bohanan Memorial Drive, Vandalia, Ohio. For questions, contact Brandon B. Sucher.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Vandalia in OH, 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 Brandon B. Sucher. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed proposals, Bid bond or certified check (10%), Service center location, Warranty term. 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 and best proposal, local preference (5% for bids <= $50k; 2% for bids > $50k)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Vandalia?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Vandalia are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Vandalia 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. Review the full document from City of Vandalia for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Vandalia, OH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.