Bid guide
How to bid on Low-Speed Vehicle Rental Services for Citywide Events, City of Long Beach
What the City of Long Beach is buying
The City of Long Beach is seeking a vendor to provide as-needed rental services for low-speed vehicles for various citywide events. This includes the rental, delivery, and pickup of different types of golf carts, specifically Standard Four-Passenger, Limousine Six-Passenger, and Flatbed Cargo golf carts, at designated event sites.
This is an opportunity for businesses that specialize in equipment rental, particularly low-speed vehicles, to support city operations and events in Long Beach, California.
Key dates and what happens at the deadline
This solicitation was published on July 14, 2026. The deadline for submitting your response is August 18, 2026, at 2:00 PM ET. All proposals must be submitted by this time.
Responses received after the deadline will likely not be considered. It is important to complete and submit your proposal well in advance to avoid any last-minute technical issues.
Who this opportunity suits
This opportunity is suitable for equipment rental firms that specialize in low-speed vehicles such as golf carts and utility carts. Vendors should have the capacity to provide various models, including four-passenger, six-passenger, and flatbed cargo carts.
Firms should also be able to handle delivery and pickup services to multiple event locations within the City of Long Beach. This falls under the equipment category for government contracting.
How to respond to this solicitation
To access the full solicitation documents, you need to go to the Long Beach Buys procurement portal. The bid's detail page is publicly viewable, and the documents are listed there.
If you wish to submit your quote electronically, you will need to register a free vendor account on the Long Beach Buys portal. Alternatively, you can follow the specific submission directions provided within the bid documents if you prefer not to submit electronically. Ensure your submission is completed before the stated deadline.
Practical tips for a competitive response
When preparing your response, clearly detail your inventory of low-speed vehicles, specifying the types and quantities of Standard Four-Passenger, Limousine Six-Passenger, and Flatbed Cargo golf carts you can provide. Highlight your experience in delivering and picking up equipment for events, especially in urban environments.
Emphasize your reliability and ability to meet event schedules. Provide clear pricing for rental, delivery, and pickup services. Review all requirements in the solicitation carefully to ensure your proposal addresses every point the City of Long Beach has requested.
See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond
Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.
View this bid on BiddingSimpleThis guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from City of Long Beach; the original posting controls.