AV Accessible Vans

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection DOT25224-2 Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) provides a comprehensive procurement solution for accessible vans across multiple vehicle categories. The contract covers three primary van types: Gasoline/LPG, Low Floor, and Electric models, specifically designed for public transportation and mobility services for seniors and individuals with disabilities. Vehicles will be Ford Transit and RAM ProMaster models, modified to meet transit vehicle standards with specific requirements for dimensions, engine, drivetrain, suspension, and accessibility features. The IDV is available for use by ODOT, political subdivisions, state universities, the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission, and other state agencies through ODOT's Cooperative Purchasing Program.

The IDV was awarded to multiple vendors including Bus Service Inc., American Bus & Accessories, TESCO (Transportation Equipment Sales Corporation), Creative Bus Sales, Inc., and Valley Ford Truck Inc. The contract period runs from July 1, 2023, through August 31, 2027, with an option for a one-year extension. Competitively selected through an open bid process, the contract allows for three vendors to be awarded in each vehicle category, ensuring competitive pricing and availability. The procurement is primarily funded through Federal Transit Administration programs (Sections 5307, 5310, 5311, and 5339), with potential annual price adjustments permitted starting July 1, 2024, based on raw material and labor cost changes.