Ifb A24-004 Used Bus

The Town of Amherst is seeking to purchase two used conventional school buses, each capable of seating 71 or 77 passengers. The buses must be from reputable manufacturers such as Blue Bird, IC, or Thomas, equipped with a Cummins 6.7 engine or an equivalent, and feature air brakes. The buses should be model year 2019 or newer and have less than 50,000 miles on them, ensuring they are relatively recent and in good condition. The procurement process is formalized through a solicitation posted on May 6, 2024, with a response deadline of May 20, 2024. The contract value is estimated to be between $150,000 and $200,000, and interested vendors can request detailed bid documents via email. The solicitation is managed under NAICS code 485410, which pertains to school and employee bus transportation. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Sean Mangano, reachable by email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. Bidders are encouraged to review the full solicitation details available through the provided link on the Commonwealth's procurement website. This contract aims to ensure the Town of Amherst acquires reliable, modern buses suitable for its transportation needs, with specifications emphasizing quality, age, and mileage to maintain safety and operational standards.