Modified Mini Vans

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Competitive Selection DOT25324-2 is an Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) for modified minivans designed to serve political subdivisions, state universities, colleges, the Ohio Turnpike and Infrastructure Commission, and other state agencies. The contract focuses on six-passenger minivans with specific wheelchair accessibility modifications, intended for public transportation and transportation of elderly and/or persons with disabilities. These vehicles must comply with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Buy America standards, requiring a minimum of 70% domestic content. The IDV covers standard minivan configurations with detailed specifications for vehicle safety, dimensions, engine, drivetrain, suspension, and accessibility features.

The IDV was awarded to two prime contractors: Braun Corporation and Bus Service Inc, with a contract period from July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2028, and an option for a one-year extension. The contract is a Competitive Selection type, specifically covering the state of Ohio, and focuses on UNSPSC Code 25101505 for minivans or vans. The contract was finalized through ODOT's Cooperative Purchasing Program, with contracts awarded to both vendors on 5/9/2023 and 5/11/2023 respectively. While specific total contract value was not disclosed, historical procurement data indicates that ODOT subrecipients purchased 102 modified minivans in the previous two-year period, suggesting significant potential utilization of this IDV.