March 4, 2013 - Cabarrus County

When submitting their Bid Proposal, Bidders must return all pages of these specifications as part of the Bid
Proposal as it may become a part of the contract between the Bidder and the Purchaser. Caution should be
taken by the Bidder that all questions are answered in the spaces provided and that all information requested
is provided.
It is the Bidder's responsibility to be familiar with all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, codes, and
regulations concerning the submission of this bid and the work it effects. Ignorance of said enactments shall
not relieve the Bidder of the responsibility to comply or complete the bid work.
In the event a clarification is requested on the contents of this specification, the question shall be addressed in
writing or e-mail to : bsteele@elmorecounty.org .
If a Bidder requests clarification, a copy of the request and the Purchaser's reply will be forwarded to all
Bidders.
The vehicle(s) shall, at the time of delivery, conform to the minimum requirements of the latest standards
covering vehicles of this type. This shall include federal, state and local requirements.
The vehicle(s) and equipment shall be delivered to the Purchaser. Prices shall be quoted on a delivered and
accepted vehicle-by-vehicle basis. Vehicles manufactured and/or assembled outside of the United States will
not be considered. Bidder must state the physical address of their manufacturing or assembly location.
All bid prices shall be quoted F.O.B. destination basis, at the Purchaser's specified location. Bid prices shall be
complete and include all warranties and equipment specified. After bid allowances will not be made for
incorrect or incomplete bids proposals.
All prices, terms and conditions must be specified on the Bid Proposal Form.
Bid prices shall be valid for at least sixty (60) days from the date of the Bid Opening, or as otherwise specified
on the Bid Proposal Form.
Bidder agrees that other governmental agencies may purchase similar equipment under the pricing structure
and terms of this awarded bid.
The Purchaser seeks the highest level of quality assurance and liability protection. To insure that these
standards are met, Bidders must submit documentation that they are a current member of the Ford QVM
(Qualified Vehicle Modifier) program and the Ambulance Manufacturers Division of the National Truck
Equipment Association. The QVM certification applies even in cases where the chassis bid is not a Ford Motor
Company product. Bidder shall also provide proof of ambulance specification KKK1822F certification from an
“outside” source, as well as welding certification. Bids not meeting this requirement cannot be considered.
To insure that this contract is awarded to a vehicle manufacturer who has the resources to meet the
performance and warranty criteria specified herein, the Purchaser may procure credit reports to verify
compliance. Bids not meeting this requirement cannot be considered.
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