Legal Ad R-2026-198-Gentilini Fleet

The Township of Cranford has formally awarded a contract to Gentilini Chevrolet LLC for the procurement of six new police pursuit vehicles on a lease-to-buy basis. This significant acquisition for the Cranford Police Department includes five 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe PPV Police Package 4WDs and one 2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV. The comprehensive scope of work involves supplying these specialized vehicles, which are crucial for enhancing the operational capabilities and fleet modernization of the local law enforcement agency. The contract was awarded following procedures set forth by the Cranford Police Cooperative Pricing System, identified as System Identifier No. 47-CPCPS, ensuring a streamlined and cost-effective procurement process for essential municipal assets. As this document represents a contract award notice, specific contractor qualifications and mandatory pre-bid meetings are not directly detailed within this text but would have been prerequisites during the initial solicitation phase. Gentilini Chevrolet LLC, located at 500 John S Penn Blvd, Woodbine, New Jersey, 08270, was the successful bidder demonstrating the capability to meet the Township's requirements for police-grade vehicles. The selection was based on adherence to the specifications outlined in the Cranford Police Cooperative Pricing System, underscoring the importance of specialized vendor expertise in governmental fleet supply. The contract, formalized under Resolution No. 2026-198, details a three-year lease-to-buy agreement from 2026 to 2028, with a total purchase price of $328,103.76. This figure encompasses a total quote of $316,117.00, cost reductions from trade-ins amounting to ($11,800.00), and interest payments of $23,786.76, resulting in annual lease payments of $109,367.92. The official award date was May 5, 2026. For public inspection and further details, the contract and its authorizing resolution are available at the Office of the Township Clerk, Patricia Donahue, RMC.