What the buyer needs
AI summaryThe Columbus Consolidated Government seeks proposals for an annual contract to provide automotive body repair and paint services. These services will be for all types of vehicles used by various departments on an as-needed basis. Proposals are due by December 2, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time. All submissions must be made through OpenBids, and vendors are responsible for checking the Purchasing Division's webpage for any addenda.
Scope of work
- Perform diagnosis of required vehicle body repair at the City's Fleet Shop within 24 hours of call
- Provide estimated cost for vehicle body repairs
- Complete body repair and paint services within 72 hours after vehicle delivery
- Provide secure housing for vehicles
- Remove and replace vehicle decals
- Follow manufacturer paint codes for all city vehicles
- Provide paint application system, frame/unibody measuring system, and hydraulic repair pull equipment
- Provide four-wheel alignment, gas metal arch welder, and underbody elevation inspection equipment
How proposals are evaluated
| Criterion | Weight / scoring |
|---|---|
| Qualifications and Experience | 40% |
| Method of Approach/Project Understanding | 25% |
| Quality of References | 20% |
| Local Vendor Preference | 10% |
| Cost Proposal (subject to negotiations) | 5% |
Minimum qualifications
- Must have a business located within Muscogee County to accommodate current towing fee under contract
- Technicians performing service must be certified in Body repairs and paint applications
- Must have secured housing area for vehicles
- Must have facilities to accommodate vehicles of various sizes
- Must have required paint, frame measuring, hydraulic, welding, and underbody elevation equipment on site or readily available
Documents to include with your response
- Transmittal Letter
- E-Verify Affidavit (Form 1)
- Communication Concerning This Solicitation (Form 2)
- Addenda Acknowledgement (Form 3)
- Federal Compliance (Form 4)
- Conflict of Interest Affidavit (Form 5)
- Client Work History (Form 6)
- Cost Proposal (Form 7)
- Contract Signature Page (Form 8)
- Insurance Checklist (Form 9) or Sample Certificate of Liability Insurance
How to submit
- Method
- Electronic via DemandStar / OpenBids
- Instructions
- Submit one single PDF file response electronically through OpenBids. Do not submit zip files or resend the City's RFP specification pages. Awarded vendor will be notified to provide one identical hard copy with original signatures after award.