2023 Tesla Electric Vehicles

The Town of Southampton, NY authorized the award of a contract for three Tesla electric vehicles to Tesla, Inc. under Resolution 2023‑1092. The procurement was competitively bid, with two sealed bids received; Tesla’s bid ($125,670) was lower than the competing dealer’s ($179,982). The contract becomes effective upon receipt of a fully executed agreement and expires on December 31 2024, with an option for up to four one‑year renewals. Funding is sourced from the town’s Pay‑As‑You‑Go unallocated vehicle budget and must not exceed the approved budget. The contract must be reviewed by the town attorney and approved by the comptroller before any payment is issued. • Scope: Supply, deliver, and register three Tesla Model 3 rear‑wheel‑drive electric vehicles for municipal use. • Funding: Pay‑As‑You‑Go unallocated vehicle accounts (no dollar ceiling disclosed). • Competition: Two sealed bids; award to lowest responsible bidder (Tesla, Inc.) under General Municipal Law § 103.