The Brentwood City Council's recent approval of $1.1 million for 20 vehicles has raised concerns among councilmembers, particularly Jovita Mendoza, about limited competition in the bidding process. While the winning bid was awarded to Bill Brant Ford, Mendoza highlighted that regional dealers often refrain from bidding due to the city's historical preference. The city's purchasing policy favors local vendors, but there are questions about whether other options have been fully explored. Officials state that Ford vehicles meet specific customization needs, which contributes to their choice despite the potential for risking competitive pricing.
A lot of times, these vehicles are not bare bones, there will be packages included (like) fancier wheels, interiors, items that are not part of specifications (needed by the city).
Councilmember Jovita Mendoza questioned why other regional dealers had not sent in bids, noting that consistently choosing Bill Brant Ford limits competition among dealerships.
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