Description
The City of Columbus’ Division of Fleet Management is issuing a sealed RFQ for a Universal Term Contract (UTC) to supply aftermarket vehicle parts for its municipal fleet. The contract will be a blanket agreement lasting through February 28 2029, with an estimated annual spend of $3 million. Vendors must provide catalog‑style pricing with discount percentages off list price, demonstrate five years of relevant experience, and furnish references from at least four similar customers. All submissions are electronic via the Columbus Vendor Services portal; questions are due by November 2 2026, and the final bid deadline is November 19 2026. The award will be made to the most responsive and responsible bidder, and the contract may be used for cooperative purchasing with other public agencies.
• Scope: Supply of a broad range of aftermarket automotive parts (e.g., filters, brakes, wiring, wiper blades, hoses, etc.) for City‑owned vehicles.
• Contract type: Universal Term (blanket) contract, sealed RFQ, “IFB” solicitation.
• Duration: Effective until 28 Feb 2029 (≈30 months).
• Estimated volume: $3 M per year; total potential spend ≈ $7.5 M.
• Required documentation: Experience summary, four customer references, warranty information, subcontractor data, and PDF attachments.
• Pricing: Discounts off catalog/list price; FOB destination; must submit price list in PDF.
• Delivery: By 1 Mar 2027 for the first order; ongoing deliveries as needed.
• Compliance: Equal opportunity, insurance, licensing, tax exemption, and Ohio public‑records requirements.
• Contact for questions: [email protected].