Rowan County is seeking a qualified Ford dealership to supply and deliver twenty‑six (26) brand‑new 2027 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD (K8A) vehicles for its Sheriff’s Office – 23 standard patrol units and 3 K‑9 equipped units. The contract requires the dealer to provide fully equipped, factory‑built, new‑unused vehicles with specified ballistic door panels, engine, transmission, and optional features, deliver them FOB destination to the County fleet location, and furnish all required documentation, warranties, and insurance. Bids must be submitted in sealed hard‑copy and electronic PDF form by 2:00 PM ET on 24 Sept 2026; questions are due by 5:00 PM ET on 17 Sept 2026. The successful bidder will be the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and must maintain required insurance and comply with all federal, state, and local regulations.
• Quantity: 23 patrol + 3 K‑9 vehicles (total 26)
• Model: 2027 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD (K8A) – Agate Black Metallic
• Required features: Level III+ ballistic door panel (driver’s front), 3.0 L EcoBoost, 10‑speed automatic, noise‑suppression bonds, K‑9 units also require hidden door‑lock plunger option
• Delivery to: Rowan County Fleet Management, 425 Airport Rd, Salisbury, NC 28147 (FOB destination, freight prepaid)
• Documentation: MSO, warranty, manuals, temporary tags, build sheet, etc.
• Bid submission: sealed hard copy + PDF, addressed to Jody Farrow‑Bennett, Purchasing Director, by 2 PM ET 24 Sept 2026.
• Insurance: Workers’ comp, general liability, automobile liability as detailed in the ITB.