Complete upfit + Install 2026 Ford Interceptor as a K9 Vehicle

Invitation to Bid
Town of North Haven
Sealed bids for the Complete Upfit & Install of one (1) 2026 Ford Interceptor SUV as a
K9 vehicle, Project No. 27-5 will be received by the Finance Office, Memorial Town Hall,
18 Church Street, North Haven CT until August 25, 2026, at 10:00 am. at which time and
place they will be opened and publicly read to all bidders. Specifications may be
obtained from the Finance Office or on the town website www.town.north-haven.ct.us.
After bids are received the Director of Administration & Procurement may analyze
whether vendors have submitted comparable bids and meet the requirements called
for. In reviewing the bids, the Director of Administration & Procurement may consider
past performance and financial responsibility in conjunction with sales and service of
the vendors. The Director of Administration & Procurement reserves the right to reject
any or all bids, to waive any defects in same, or to choose to make purchases other than
strictly in accordance with price considerations, and/or to choose other than the lowest
bidder, if it be determined in the best interest in the Town of North Haven.
Bidders are advised hereby of the existence of an Ordinance concerning Bid
Preference for Town - Based Businesses.
Richard Monico
Director of Administration & Procurement

Bid Specifications
For Project No. 27-5
General Specifications:
The Town of North Haven, Department of Police Services (the "Department") seeks bids for the
Complete Upfit & Install of one (1) 2026 Ford Interceptor SUV as a K9 vehicle.
Use of all below listed equipment removed from a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV Vin #
1GNSKLED8PR201111, located at Soli's Garage in West Haven CT with any adaptations
needed to reinstall in a 2026 Ford Interceptor SUV. Questions about these items can
be directed to either NOHPD Sgt. A De Pascale @ 203 239-5321 Ext 8271 or Vic Soli @
203 671-9476 :
One (1) Whelen 12 lamp duo front inner edge 20+ Utility wecan x system
One (1) Whelen 10 lamp wecan X rear inner edge
One (1) Whelen Cencom Core system includes control head & install kit
One (1) Whelen wecan x 16 expansion module
One (1) Set of (2) Whelen ION lights on rear quarter windows w/brackets
One (1) Set of (2) Whelen T IONs on rear inner hatch
One (1) Set of (2) Whelen 60 CREG dome lights (1) on inner hatch / (1) above drivers head as
report light
One (1) Havis console including arm rest, cup holder and all equipment brackets
One (1) Havis SBX Electronics Box w/ mount.
One (1) Vertical gun lock
One (1) MDT modem antenna
One (1) Seiko MP-A40 Printer MP-A40-B06JK2 w/ usb cable
One (1) Seiko MP-A40 Battery Bypass BB-A40-KTA1
One (1) printer mount

One (1) APX6500 enhanced mobile subscriber Motorola PD Radio based upon specs provided
by Northeastern Communications.
One (1) Mag Mount
One (1) Patrol PC RhinoTab F5 Portable MDT with Hint Dash Mount w/ all included features
Purchase and installation of the below listed new equipment :
One (1) Set of (2) Whelen T ION DUO LED Red/white & blue/white for the front bumper
One (1) Low frequency tone siren HOWLER with brackets
One (1) Set of (4) LED spot lights on front push bumper as alleys / takedowns
One (1) Whelen siren driver and mounting bracket
One (1) Set of (4) Whelen VTX609 light heads in head lights and tail lights
One (1) Set of (2) Whelen V23 lights mounted on front fenders
One (1) Setina PB450L push bumper w/(4) Whelen duo warning lights
One (1) OBD2 Canport kit Ford
One (1) Havis CGX Charge Guard.
One (1) Havis K9 Kennel w/ Hot & Pop Unit.
One (1) Full in-car AXON camera system with included R980 Cradlepoint modem.
One (1) Set of window tint along with a ceramic window tint for the front windshield.
One (1) Set of reflective "ghost" vehicle graphics from Zebra Signs. (Install completed by Zebra
Signs)
Optional equipment is as follows:
One (1) Set of Whelen wecan X duo tracer lights with mounting brackets
One (1) Lund Securestor heavy duty steel vault - SSTB-UPKG20-6D

Warranties
The successful bidder shall provide any/all available warranties that may be included with the
equipment and labor.
Note to Bidders:
1. Successful bidder must hold a valid State of CT Dealer & Repairer License.
2. Successful bidder will handle all correspondence with outside vendors.
3. Please indicate any and all substitutions contained within your bid and which
alternates or combination thereof are included.
4. All prices are to be FOB North Haven, Connecticut.
5. Delivery time may affect award of bid and must be specified in submitted bids.
6. Available manufacturer's service/operating literature and warranties are to be
provided for each and every component of this unit at the time of delivery.
7. The Town of North Haven will hold successful bid prices firm for a period not to
exceed 60 days from the date of award.
8. Envelope or Subject Field for E-mails must be plainly marked BID, with the
purpose and time of opening. Email your bid to dufour.ellen@northhaven-ct.gov by
10:00 am on August 25, 2026.
9. Bids must be submitted on the bid sheet.
BID AMOUNT: $________________________
Bids Submitted By: Date: ___________________________
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Name of Firm Telephone Number Fax Number
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Address Printed Name Title
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City, State, Zip Authorized Signature