Tennessee CPO ITB 32101-13762

ITB # 32101 -13672 – Amendment # 1 Page 1 of 2 STATE OF TENNESSEE DEPARTMENT OF GENERAL SERVICES INVITATION TO BID # 32101-13762 AMENDMENT # 1 FOR GOODS OR SERVICES CAPTION DATE: December 15 , 2025 ITB # 32101- 13762 IS AMENDED AS FOLLOWS: 1. State responses to questions and comments in the table below amend and clarify this ITB . Any restatement of ITB text in the Question/Comment column shall NOT be construed as a change in the actual wording of the ITB document. QUESTION / COMMENT STATE RESPONSE 1. The SRS system specified within the solicitation documents appears to have been uniquely developed with a specific vendor, which may limit competition. Vendors could instead provide the chassis vehicle with the factory installed safety systems. This approa ch would offer a broader network of aftermarket support and more readily available replacement parts, reducing downtime and operational costs. With this in mind, would the Government permit vendors to propose the manufacturer -installed safety system as an alternative? The SRS system is designed to be utilized by any vendor. The State will not accept any deviations from the specifications. 2. The solicitation documents outline a specific vendor’s build methodology, limiting competition. Can vendors propose alternate construction methods that meet or exceed the requirements outlined in the specifications? The State will not accept any deviations from the specifications. ITB # 32101 -13672 – Amendment # 1 Page 2 of 2 QUESTION / COMMENT STATE RESPONSE 3. Would you allow milestone payments? We can tie these milestones to clear events such as the chassis order, where there is a physical asset, or to deliverables that the Government can review and sign off on. The State will only pay for a finished and delivered product. Per the Terms & Conditions section 6.4., t he Contractor shall invoice the State only for goods delivered and accepted by the State or services satisfactorily provided at the amounts stipulated in this Contract. Contractor shall submit invoices and necessary supporting documentation to the State Ag ency that requested goods or services no later than thirty (30) days after goods or services have been provided. 2. ITB Amendment Effective Date. The revisions set forth herein shall be effective upon release. All other terms and conditions of this RFP not expressly amended herein shall remain in full force and effect.