Description
The City of Columbus, GA is seeking qualified contractors to provide on‑demand automotive body repair and paint services for all municipal vehicles. The contract will be awarded to a primary and a secondary contractor, each selected from the two lowest responsive, responsible bidders. The initial term is two years with up‑to‑three optional one‑year renewals, contingent on performance and mutual agreement. Bidders must submit a sealed electronic proposal via OpenBids by Dec 2, 2026, include required forms (e‑verify, insurance, conflict of interest, work history, cost proposal, etc.), and meet insurance minimums of $1 M per occurrence for several liability categories. The City will not pay for any costs incurred in preparing the bid, and standard net‑30 payment terms apply after acceptance of goods/services.
• Scope: Full automotive body repair and paint for all city‑owned vehicles on an “as needed” basis.
• Contract Structure: Primary & secondary contractors; 2‑year base term, optional three 1‑year extensions.
• Submission: Electronic only via OpenBids; deadline Dec 2, 2026 5 PM ET; required forms and insurance certificates.
• Evaluation: Lowest responsive, responsible bids; cost and non‑cost factors considered.
• Insurance: Minimum $1 M CSL for general, auto, workers comp, etc.; city listed as additional insured.
• Contact: Chadwick Brewer, Buyer ([email protected], (706) 225‑3070).