Automotive Batteries

The City of Mesa sought a three‑year, firm‑fixed‑price “requirements” contract for the supply of automotive batteries—including sealed maintenance‑free AGM (spiral‑cell and flat‑plate) and flooded lead‑acid types—to support its fleet, water, and energy‑resources divisions. Vendors were required to submit a completed pricing sheet (Attachment A) and could offer “like‑or‑equal” batteries for many line items. The award was made to Parts Mart, Inc. for an annual value of $300,300, with the contract running from May 1 2022 through April 30 2025 and a possible two‑year extension. The solicitation was a sealed‑bid, full‑open competition with a firm‑fixed‑price pricing structure. • Scope: Supply of new, fully‑charged, vibration‑resistant automotive batteries meeting SAE J537/J930 standards. • Delivery: FOB destination, freight prepaid, with 72‑hour replacement guarantee for non‑conforming units. • Warranty: Minimum one‑year warranty and mandatory insurance (general liability, automobile, workers’ comp).