What vehicle is being offered as a trade-in?

The trade-in vehicle is identified by VIN 1FDNF6DC5NDF008712 and should be included in your bid as specified.

When will bids be opened and the award announced?

Bids are publicly opened and read aloud on May 28, 2026; the award will be made within 45 days at a BOCES board meeting.

Where can I get specifications and bid forms?

Obtain specifications and bid forms by following the project on the Broome-Tioga BOCES eProcurement portal.

Bid Notice — Vestal

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Broome-Tioga BOCES requests sealed electronic bids to purchase a 2026 Ford Transit Cargo AWD van with refrigeration unit and Tommy Gate, accepting proposals (including a trade-in VIN) through its eProcurement portal until May 28, 2026 when bids will be publicly opened.

Key Takeaways

Bid deadline: May 28, 2026 (public opening and read-aloud)
Purchase: 2026 Ford Transit Cargo AWD with Thermoking V520 RT 10
Includes trade-in vehicle VIN 1FDNF6DC5NDF008712
Submit electronically via Broome-Tioga BOCES eProcurement portal
Award within 45 days; BOCES may reject or waive informality

Published: May 7, 2026 · 1 week ago
Category: Bid Notice
City: Vestal

Research context

5 bid notice notices in Vestal (last 12 months)

What to do next

1
Register on eProcurement portal
Create an account and 'Follow' the MSS-202-FS-26 project at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/btboces to access documents.
2
Prepare and submit bid
Assemble your bid including price, details for the Thermoking unit, and trade-in information; submit electronically by May 28, 2026 before the public opening.
3
Attend bid opening or monitor results
Bids are opened publicly on May 28, 2026; monitor the portal or attend the opening and expect an award decision within 45 days.

Frequently asked questions

How do I submit a bid for MSS-202-FS-26?: Submit your sealed electronic bid through the Broome-Tioga BOCES eProcurement portal linked in the notice before May 28, 2026.
What vehicle is being offered as a trade-in?: The trade-in vehicle is identified by VIN 1FDNF6DC5NDF008712 and should be included in your bid as specified.
When will bids be opened and the award announced?: Bids are publicly opened and read aloud on May 28, 2026; the award will be made within 45 days at a BOCES board meeting.
Where can I get specifications and bid forms?: Obtain specifications and bid forms by following the project on the Broome-Tioga BOCES eProcurement portal.

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Legal terms in this notice

sealed bids: Bids submitted privately and not opened until the public opening time to ensure fairness.
trade-in: An existing vehicle offered to reduce the purchase price of the new vehicle.
award: The official decision to accept a bidder's proposal and enter into a purchase contract.
waive any informality: The buyer can ignore minor bid mistakes without disqualifying a bidder.

Full Notice Text

Notice to Bidders In accordance with Section 103 of the General Municipal Law, the Board of Cooperative Educational Services for the Sole Supervisory District of Broome, Delaware, and Tioga Counties, hereby invites the submission of sealed bids for the following proposal: Purchase of a 2026 Ford Transit Cargo AWD Van MSS-202-FS-26 Purchase to include a Thermoking V520 RT 10 Refrigeration Unit with “Tommy Gate” Purchase to include a trade in vehicle VIN # 1FDNF6DC5NDF008712 Submit Electronic Responses via the Broome-Tioga BOCES eProcurement Portal: https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/btboces Sealed bids will be received for MSS-202-FS-26 through the Broome-Tioga BOCES eProcurement Portal located at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/btboces until May 28th, 2026,at which time and place all bids will be publicly opened and read aloud. Specifications, instructions to bidders, and bid forms must be obtained by clicking “Follow” on this project through the Broome-Tioga BOCES eProcurement Portal located at https://procurement.opengov.com/portal/btboces The award will be made at a regular meeting of the BOCES board within 45 days of Proposal opening. The BOCES Board reserves the right to waive any informality, or to reject any and all bids. Richard Armondi Purchasing Agent Broome-Tioga BOCES 5/7/2026