AV Accessible Vans

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection IDV DOT25224-3 establishes a multiple-award contract for procuring Accessible Vans (AV) across three distinct vehicle categories: Gasoline/LPG, Low Floor, and Electric. This indefinite delivery vehicle is designed to support federal transit programs, specifically Sections 5307, 5310, 5311, and 5339, enabling ODOT, political subdivisions, and authorized agencies to acquire accessible transportation vehicles. The contract covers the latest current model vehicles that meet federal and state standards, including Buy America requirements, with an anticipated purchase of approximately 70 vehicles over the contract period.

The IDV was awarded to multiple prime contractors, including MODEL 1 COMMERCIAL VEHICLES INC, with other key vendors such as American Bus & Accessories, Bus Service Inc., Creative Bus Sales, Transportation Equipment Sales Corporation (TESCO), and Valley Ford Truck Inc. The contract was competitively selected and will be in effect from July 1, 2023, through August 31, 2027, with an option for a one-year extension. Geographically scoped to Ohio, the contract type allows for flexible procurement of accessible vans, with awards made to the three lowest responsive and responsible bidders for each vehicle type. The UNSPSC code 25101505 for Minivans or vans further defines the scope of procurable assets under this IDV.