City of Visalia Custom Manufactured Bomb Response Vehicle Bid 2026
City of Visalia, City of Visalia, CA·City
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- Scope Location
- Visalia, CA
SUMMARY
The City of Visalia Purchasing Division is soliciting bids for one custom manufactured bomb response vehicle for the Visalia Police Department (VPD). This procurement represents Phase 1 of the project, focusing on the vehicle itself, with a separate bid for custom upfitting (Phase 2) to follow. Eligible bidders must be authorized dealerships with ISO 9001:2015 certification specifically for the design, fabrication, and integration of emergency response vehicles. The project is funded by the FY2024 State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP), award DHS-24-GPD-067-00-98, with a budget of approximately $431,671. Performance and payment bonds of 100% are required. Delivery must be completed on or prior to February 26, 2027. Bids are due June 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
ISO 9001:2015 certification, authorized dealership status
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
One custom manufactured bomb response vehicle, ISO 9001:2015 certification certificate
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
ISO 9001:2015 certification certificate, performance bond, payment bond
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Common questions about this solicitation, answered from the record.
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Visalia?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 3, 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.
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "ISO 9001:2015 certification, authorized dealership status" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Visalia?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Visalia are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Visalia 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: ISO 9001:2015 certification certificate, performance bond, payment bond. Review the full document from City of Visalia for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Visalia in CA, 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.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Visalia, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: One custom manufactured bomb response vehicle, ISO 9001:2015 certification certificate. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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