Sarasota County ParaTransit Vehicle Inspection Services Quote 2026-QQ-844 - 11 Chevrolet Arboc Spirit of Freedom Cutaway 24
Sarasota CountyCounty · Sarasota, FL- Due
- Oct 26, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Angela Gauthier
- (941) 861-1033
The 30-second brief
Sarasota County is requesting quotes for Pre-Award Buy America Audit, Bus Line Inspection, and Post-Delivery Buy America Audit services in accordance with federal regulations 49 CFR Part 661 and 663. The services are for 11 ParaTransit vehicles purchased through Model 1 for Chevrolet Arboc Spirit of Freedom Cutaway 24' buses. The contract has a maximum threshold of $50,000.00, and award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder providing the lowest total bid price. Submission deadline is October 26, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with questions due by October 23, 2026.
Pre-Award Buy America Audit (completed for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles), In Plant Inspection (completed for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles), Post-Delivery Buy America Audit (complete for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles)
Lowest total bid price
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Summary
Sarasota County is requesting quotes for Pre-Award Buy America Audit, Bus Line Inspection, and Post-Delivery Buy America Audit services in accordance with federal regulations 49 CFR Part 661 and 663.
The services are for 11 ParaTransit vehicles purchased through Model 1 for Chevrolet Arboc Spirit of Freedom Cutaway 24' buses. The contract has a maximum threshold of $50,000.00, and award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder providing the lowest total bid price. Submission deadline is October 26, 2026, at 3:00 pm, with questions due by October 23, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Lowest total bid price
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Pre-Award Buy America Audit (completed for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles), In Plant Inspection (completed for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles), Post-Delivery Buy America Audit (complete for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles)
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Reference Form, Pricing Proposal
- Submit to
- https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov
- Scope location
- Sarasota, FL
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Sarasota County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 26, 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: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/scgov. For questions, contact Angela Gauthier.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
Most government agencies, including Sarasota County in FL, 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 Quote 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 Angela Gauthier at (941) 861-1033. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Pre-Award Buy America Audit (completed for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles), In Plant Inspection (completed for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles), Post-Delivery Buy America Audit (complete for all 11 Paratransit Vehicles). 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 total bid price" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sarasota County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sarasota County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sarasota County 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 Quote?
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: Reference Form, Pricing Proposal. Review the full document from Sarasota County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Sarasota, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.