Transit Buses

Solicitation No.

04824

Type / RFx

COOPERATIVE

Level

state

Published Date

—

Due Date

April 1, 2028

NAICS Code

336611AI guide

Jurisdiction

washington

State

washington

This contract is for eligible purchasers to procure heavy-duty and light/medium-duty buses; accessories; replacement components; replacement subsystems; replacement parts; and obtain services for refurbishing and repowering transit buses through the Washington State Purchasing Cooperative. This Contract and all relevant categories for Transit Buses include the services, accessories, equipment, parts, pieces, consulting, training, etc. required for the operation of the buses for their operational life. Heavy-duty buses are available in 30 ft, 35 ft, 40 ft, 45 ft, and 60 ft models with diesel, compressed natural gas, hybrid, electric, and fuel cell propulsion systems. Light and medium are the body-on-chassis/cutaway style buses that can be configured in a variety of styles and number of passengers and wheelchairs. Category 1 (aprox. GVWR): 10k-11.5k, Category (aprox. GVWR):12k-12.5k, Category 3 (aprox. GVWR):14k-14.5k, Category 4 (aprox. GVWR): 19.5k, and Category 5 (aprox. GVWR):19.5k+ ***Notice to purchasers on use of FTA funds*** This contract is a State Cooperative Purchasing Schedule Contract under Section 3019 of the FAST Act and complies with the FTA Guidelines. To use FTA funds to purchase vehicles under this contract, purchasers must verify compliance with federal requirements before signing a purchase order for the selected vehicle(s). As part of the verification process, the purchaser must ensure that bus manufacturers will be able to supply the necessary documentation to complete all required pre-award and post-award certifications, including but not limited to: a) 70 percent of the content of the vehicle’s components and subcomponents must be produced in the U.S, and b) final assembly of the vehicle must occur in the U.S. (U.S. address must be provided). Please check FTA website for a complete list of federal requirements and templates. DES does not hold the certificates; please contact the Contractor for applicable documentation, certificates, and testing results. ***Notice to purchasers regarding FTA Clauses*** An updated copy of FTA clauses is now available. Please use the following link to access the current copy. While we work to amend the contract, purchasers will need to include an updated copy of FTA clauses with their purchase order. Such option is only allowed on state contracts. How to Use this Contract: 1. Review the documents from the dropdown menu at the bottom of the page to find pricing and documentation, including Contracts, for each Contractor. 2. Consult the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for common questions on this contract. 3. Contact the sales representatives directly to consult about their products and services. 4. Complete a one time cooperative agreement to authorize your use of the Contract, detailed in the cooperative section below. 5. Reference DES Contract No. 04824 on your Purchase Order with the Contractor. 6. Register at Bus Ordering Website to place orders for approval. Reference Bus Purchaser User Guide for how to register and place orders. 7. If you still need help, please contact Bus Purchases Cooperative Agreements This Contract is part of the Washington State Purchasing Cooperative. It will be available for use by all eligible purchasers at their option, including any approved Participant. These Participants can include purchasers from any state. If your state or organization would like to purchase from this contract, Enterprise Services requires a signed agreement with the state or the individual agency with authority to enter into an agreement with DES. Entities within Washington State with authority to join a cooperative must complete a Cooperative contract usage agreement request form. Please follow the steps from the page. The agreement only needs to be completed once on the state level. Entities outside of Washington State with authority to join a cooperative, must complete a Cooperative contract usage agreement request form. Please follow the steps from the page. The agreement only needs to be completed once on the state level. Heavy Duty Bus Contractors ElDorado National Contact Information: Wayne Acheson. Phone: (951) 990-1618 Awarded Categories: Diesel: 35FT and 40FT CNG: 35FT and 40FT Hybrid: 35FT and 40FT Electric: 35FT and 40FT Gillig Contact Information: Richard Bissell. Phone: (916) 201-4642 Awarded Categories: Diesel: 30FT, 35FT and 40FT CNG: 30FT, 35FT and 40FT Hybrid: 35FT and 40FT Electric: 35FT and 40FT Letenda Contact Information: Nicolas Letendre. Phone: (514) 583-0794 Awarded Categories: Electric: 35FT MCI Contact Information: Adrian Graca. Phone: (204) 470-5521 Awarded Categories: Diesel: 40FT, and 45FT. New Flyer Contact Information: Adrian Graca. Phone: (204) 470-5521 Awarded Categories: Diesel: 35FT, 40FT, and 60FT CNG: 35FT, 40FT, and 60FT Hybrid: 35FT and 40FT Electric: 35FT, 40FT, and 60FT Fuel Cell: 40FT and 60FT Solaris Contact Information: Julio Mayorga. Phone: (514) 830-1277 Awarded Categories: Electric: 40FT and 60FT Light and Medium Duty Bus Contractors Bryson Sales Contact Information: Edgar Guzman. Phone: (509) 537-4598 Awarded Categories: Category 1, 2, 3 Model 1 Contact Information: Derek Wyman. Phone: (425) 609-1500 Awarded Categories: Category 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 NW Bus Contact Information: Rob Goolsby. Phone: (206) 445-8591 Awarded Categories: Category 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 Schetky NW Contact Information: Jeremiah Howe. Phone: (360) 672-2839 Awarded Categories: Category 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 DES has ensured this procurement meets RCW 39.26, follows State of Washington Current Procurement Policies, follows DES procurement process, and DES has determined that entering into this master contract will be in the best interest of the State of Washington.

1. April 1, 2028Responses Due