Bids & Proposals

Town of Bar Harbor Fire Department - New Ford Explorer Police Interceptor

Start Date: April 29, 2025
End Date: May 12, 2025
Type: Requests for Proposals (RFP)

INVITATION TO BID

PROJECT: Fire Chiefs SUV FY25                                                                                     April 28, 2025

The Town of Bar Harbor is seeking bids for the purchase of a new Ford Explorer Police Interceptor for use by the fire department.

2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) AWD    

Interior:  Charcoal Black, Cloth Front Bucket Seats w/Cloth Rear

Exterior: Black

Engine: 3.3L V6 Direct-Injection

Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic (44U)

Optional Equipment

Front License Plate Bracket

1st & 2nd Row Carpet Floor Covering

Driver Only LED Bulb Spot Lamp (Unity)

Hidden Door-Lock Plunger

Keyed Alike - 1284x

Noise Suppression Bonds (Ground Straps)

Wheels: 18" Painted Aluminum

Police Upgrade Package

Front Headlamp Lighting Solution

Front & Rear Police Wire Harness Connector Kit

Rear-Door Controls Inoperable

Front Console Plate Delete

8" Rear Camera Image

Engine: 3.3L V6 Direct-Injection

INSTRUCTIONS FOR BIDDING

Each bidder should submit a bid to the Fire Chiefs Office, 37 Firefly Lane, Bar Harbor, ME 04609, on or before Monday May 12th, 2025 at 3:00 PM. Bids can also be submitted by email to: [email protected].

Each bid must include pricing for the new vehicle as specified above. 

The Town of Bar Harbor reserves the right to reject any and all bids, and to waive any informalities or irregularities. All work described herein will be awarded to a single bidder.

 

DELIVERY

All equipment shall be in stock and ready for immediate delivery.

TERMS

The entire unit and all equipment must be thoroughly inspected, serviced, and ready for use upon delivery to the Fire Department at the time stated on the bid. All work performed must meet established industry standards of quality and be acceptable to the Fire Department. Any unacceptable work must be corrected before the Town will issue payment on the vehicle. Once accepted by the Town, payment will be made within thirty (30) days receipt of invoice.

HOLD HARMLESS CLAUSE

The contractor shall hold the Town harmless from any claim of damages of every kind and nature whatsoever, including court costs and attorney’s fees, arising from, out of, or incidental to any claim under this contract, or connected therewith, which shall be made against the Town of Bar Harbor.

AWARD OF BID

The bid award will be based on price of the vehicle, quality and performance of vehicle proposed, availability of vehicle, prior history or experience with the bidder, and prior history or experience with the vehicle offered. The successful bidder shall receive a signed purchase order. All bidders will receive a copy of the Bid Summary, listing all bids submitted and the successful bidder.

GUARANTEE

The bidders shall furnish with their bid the manufacturer’s warrantee.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Any questions concerning specifications of this equipment should be directed to Matthew Bartlett, Fire Chief at (207) 288-5554, between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

 

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