Oxnard—The Public Works and Transportation Committee, Tuesday, October 13, approved an agreement with Envision Ford Lincoln of Oxnard for as-needed automotive diagnostic maintenance, repairs and parts.
FLEET Services Manager Jose Arreola presented the item and said agreement 32139 is for a five-year term with options to extend, for a total not to exceed $1 million, for as-needed diagnostic maintenance, repairs, and parts.
The Public Works Department Fleet Services Division manages, maintains and repairs the City’s fleet of 991 vehicles and equipment with a combined value of more than $65 million, as of September 15, 2026.
Of these assets, 374 are Ford automobiles and trucks, which he said are 37 percent of the City’s fleet.
“Oxnard Police Department pursuit vehicles consist primarily of Ford Interceptor Utility Vehicles, and the Fire Department operates 45 Ford Vehicles,” he said. “Because those Public Safety Vehicles operate 24/7, prompt maintenance and repairs are essential to minimize service disruptions.”
He said partnering with an authorized Ford dealership provides Fleet Services with essential OEM parts and specialized repair capabilities, ensuring all warranty and manufacturer-required work meets strict factory standards.
“Additionally, the Wastewater Division relies on the Dealership for OEM parts, complex diagnostics, major rebuilds, and warranty…