WSWSU minivan bid

The Windham Southwest Supervisory Union is soliciting competitive, sealed bids for the purchase and delivery of one new, unused 2026 or 2027 model year passenger minivan to be used for administrative operations and the transportation of students and staff. The vehicle must feature all-wheel drive, a minimum seven-passenger capacity, and an exterior color of white, silver, or grey. Required safety specifications include automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane keep assist, a rearview or 360-degree backup camera, and complete airbag coverage for all rows. The vehicle must comply with all Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards and Vermont Agency of Education transportation regulations. Bids must be submitted by October 23, 2026, at 2:00 PM EST and must include a completed bid form, a detailed specification sheet, warranty documentation, and an estimated delivery schedule. The total bid price should encompass the vehicle cost, dealer preparation, documentation fees, and freight charges. The selected vendor must deliver the vehicle fully serviced, detailed, and with a full tank of fuel to Wilmington, Vermont, within 60 to 90 days of the purchase order issuance. Warranty requirements include a minimum three-year or 36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty and a five-year or 60,000-mile powertrain warranty, with additional terms requested for hybrid models.