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Vendor questions prompt LaSalle County to consult state's attorney on patrol vehicle bid
Summary
A vendor raised concerns that the Sheriff's vehicle bid lacked precise engine and option specifications; the committee agreed to consult the state's attorney and may pull and reissue the solicitation. The sheriff also discussed shifting from Dodge/Ram to Ford vehicles due to maintenance and equipment-compatibility concerns.
At the LaSalle County Public Safety Committee meeting, a vendor who represents Princeton Auto Group said the county's posted vehicle bid lacked specific engine and option details, complicating firms’ ability to submit comparable proposals. The sheriff's office said the bid followed state-bid specifications, but committee members agreed to consult the state's attorney and consider whether to pull and reissue the solicitation to ensure transparency.
Andrew Netti of Princeton Auto Group told the committee the bid on the county website showed only a few pages and did not list engine packages, colors or other optional…
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