Dalton Police Department
301 Jones St.
Dalton, Ga. 30720
Bid Sheet for 2023 or newer Bronco Sport 4X4 or AWD
Bid Due Date: August 15, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM
Bid Opening Date: August 15, 2023
Time: 2:00 PM
Delivery Date:
Delivery Price:
Dealer:
**Total package bid.
** The department reserves the right to reject all bids and is not obligated to take the lowest bid.
** The department reserves the right to cancel orders that are not delivered within the 16 week time period.
Specification
Model Year – 2023 or NEWER Bronco Sport
4 X 4 or AWD SUV 4-DOOR
APPLICABLE DOCUENTS: Reference to publications in the detail on
specifications shall apply to those issues in effect on the date of invitation to bid, unless
otherwise specified.
DESIGN: New models in current production, complete with all necessary operating components and accessories
customarily furnished, together with such modifications as may be necessary to enable the vehicle to function reliably and
efficiently in sustained operation. Design to permit accessibility for maintenance purposes with minimal disturbance of
other components or assemblies. The term "heavy duty" as used to describe an item, shall be defined to mean in excess
of the usual performance, quantity, quality or capacity that is normally supplied with the standard production item.
COMPONENTS, ASSEMBLIES, AND ACCESSORIES: The vehicle, shall have all of its components, assemblies and
accessories installed and shall be delivered to The Dalton Police Department meeting or exceeding all applicable
requirements of the Environmental Protection Agency Regulations, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, Federal
Motor Carrier Safety Regulation and Industry Specifications, Standards and Regulation that are in effect on the date of
manufacture.
NOTE: All Components, assemblies, and accessories
shall be Factory Installed unless otherwise noted.
EMISSION CONTROLS: All vehicles shall comply with Environmental Protection Agency
requirements on Air Pollution.
INTERIOR & EXTERIOR SOUND LEVEL: Vehicles shall comply with Federal
Interstate Noise Standards.
COOLING SYSTEMS: Liquid pressurized forced circulation type, consisting of the necessary components of such
design and capacity to maintain the engine at optimum safe temperature under all operating conditions without any loss of
coolant. Optimum engine temperatures shall be maintained with the vehicle loaded and continuously operating at all
drivable altitudes and grades in ambient temperatures ranging from minus 30 to 120 degrees F. Thermostat controlled
and suitable for operation with permanent type antifreeze solution. Easily accessible drain outlets shall be provided to
allow complete cooling system drainage. Coolant recovery system to be furnished.
WHEELS: Manufactures recommended size and capacity for the vehicle offered. Rim contours and sizes shall conform
to the current recommendations of the Tire and Rim Association, Inc.
TIRES: All tires furnished shall be black wall, tubeless type, and radial. Capacity to the maximum load imposed by the
evenly and fully loaded vehicle. Conform to the Tire and Rim Association, Inc. Spare tire and wheel, factory installed, shall
be furnished.
City of Dalton
EXHAUST SYSTEM: Manufacturer’s Standard system available for engine furnished. Corrosion resistant and
securely fastened and routed to protect components from hazards. System shall comply with Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Regulations.
CONTROLS, INSTRUMENTS AND OPERATING MECHANISMS: Located for left-hand drive; complete and
conveniently accessible to driver. Instruments and controls clearly identified as to function.
HEATER AND DEFROSTER: Hot water heating systems with fresh air intakes.
Discharge outlets to floor and defroster louvers shall be provided.
Systems shall be equipped with multispeed blowers.
MATERIALS: New and of quality conforming to current engineering and manufacturing practice. No defects and suitable
for the intended service.
WARRANTY: Vehicle shall be fully warranted against defective materials and workmanship by the manufacturer for a
period of not less than 36 months or 36,000 miles from date of delivery and acceptance. However, if additional warranty
coverage on the whole or any components of the vehicle, in the form of time and/or mileage including any pro rate
arrangements, is normally extended to commercial customers, The Dalton Police Department shall receive corresponding
warranty benefits.
RESPONSIBILITY FOR INSPECTION: Unless otherwise specified in the contract or purchase order, the supplier shall
be responsible for the performance of all inspection and test requirements necessary to ensure compliance with
requirements of this and the applicable detail specifications. This action does not preclude subsequent inspection and
testing by The Dalton Police Department to further determine conformance with specification requirements for performance,
quality standards of workmanship, material and construction techniques.
PRE-DELIVERY SERVICING AND ADJUSTMENT: The dealer shall not attach any dealer identification, advertising
or similar material to the vehicle. Prior to acceptance by The Dalton Police Department, the dealer shall service and
adjust each vehicle for operational use, to include as a minimum, the following:
1. Focusing of lights.
2. Tuning of engine.
3. Adjustment of accessories.
4. Checking of electrical, braking and suspension system.
5. Charging of battery.
6. Alignment of front end.
7. Inflation of tires.
8. Balancing of all wheels, including the spare.
9. Complete servicing of engine, chassis and operating mechanisms with
recommended grades of lubricants or fluids for the ambient air
temperature at the point and time of delivery.
10. Servicing of cooling system with permanent type antifreeze and summer
coolant for minus 20 degrees F. protection.
11. Servicing of windshield washer reservoir with water and appropriate additives.
12. A minimum of 1/4 tank of fuel.
EXTERIOR FINISHES: Standard production colors.
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City of Dalton
Specification
Model Year -2023 or Newer
4 X 4 or AWD Mid-Size SUV 4-DOOR
DOCUMENTS: Each vehicle shall be delivered with complete certification of origin, tag application1 warranty, owner’s
manual and any other necessary credentials.
A. Scope: This specification covers Mid-Size 4-Door 4x4 or AWD SUV having excellent acceleration, speed,
braking, and handling performance. Only those vehicles classified as "MID-SIZE" by the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency will be considered.
B. Vendor Information. Vehicles shall be equipped with factory installed plus additional items listed below. Unless
otherwise noted, vehicle shall be comparable with the following basic requirements. Bidders shall indicate
EXACTLY what they are offering under '1BIDDER'S RESPONSE."(Failure to respond will result in automatic
rejection).
Basic Requirements: PAGE 1
REQUIREMENT
REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION
BIDDER'S RESPONSE REQUIRED
VEHICLE IDENTITY
Ford Bronco Sport AWD
ENGINE
Engine that meets industry standards
for vehicle
ENGINE COOLING
Manufacturer STANDARD
EXHAUST
COMPATIBLE WITH ENGINE
FUEL SYSTEM
COMPATIBLE WITH ENGINE TO
PROVIDE MAXIMUM TOP SPEED
AND ACCELERATION PERFORMANCE
USING 89 OCTANE GASOLINE
TRANSMISSION
AUTOMATIC, COMPATIBLE WITH
ENGINE TO GIVE MAXIMUM
PERFORMANCE.
SUSPENSION
Manufacturer STANDARD
STABILIZERS
Manufacturer STANDARD
REQUIREMENT
DIFFERENTIAL
FINAL DRIVE
STEERING
ALTERNATOR
BATTERY
WHEELS
WHEEL COVERS
POWER DOOR LOCKS
TIRES
RADIO
REQUIREMENT DESCRIPTION
Manufacturer STANDARD
COMPATIBLE WITH ENGINE TO PROVIDE
MAXIMUM PERFORMANCE, TOP SPEED AND
ACCELERATION
POWER ASSISTED STEERING
WHEEL, TILT TYPE, ANTI-SLIP
INDUSTRY STANDARD
12 VOLT INDUSTRY STANDARD
5 EACH Manufacturer STANDARD
INDUSTRY STANDARD
INDUSTRY STANDARD
5 EACH, MANUFACTURER'S
STANDARD SIZE(spare same size if
available)
AM/FM, ANTENNA, FRONT & REAR SPEAKERS,
BLUETOOTH CAPABLE AUDIO SYSTEM
BIDDER'S RESPONSE REQUIRED
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Basic Reouirements: PAGE 2
TRUNK RELEASE
LOCATION: CONVENIENT TO DRIVER
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