Buses, Transit - Adult Passenger (Statewide)

This statewide multiple award vehicle provides authorized users throughout New York State with a centralized procurement mechanism for acquiring new Federal Transit Administration (FTA) compliant adult passenger transit buses and associated optional equipment. The contract encompasses multiple bus classifications organized by lots, including low-floor vehicles, low-floor cutaways, and conventional style buses, with designated lots for electric vehicle options. Authorized users include all state agencies, political subdivisions, counties, towns, villages, local authorities, public authorities, school districts, fire districts, and certain nonprofit organizations. The contract operates under "OGS or Less" provisions, allowing purchasing entities flexibility to seek alternative sources if more economically efficient terms are available. Prior to purchase, approval from the New York State Department of Transportation's Public Transportation Bureau is required.

The contract is administered by the New York State Office of General Services and includes four prime contractors: Coach & Equipment Bus Sales Inc (Penn Yann, NY), Fenton Mobility Products Inc (Randolph, NY), Matthews Bus Alliance Inc (Orlando, FL), and Model 1 Commercial Vehicles Inc (Indianapolis, IN). The contract period runs from March 20, 2025 through January 20, 2027, covering all of New York State. Pricing remains firm until September 14, 2025, with annual price adjustments thereafter each September 15th based on the Producer Price Index. The contract carries 0% minority-owned business enterprise, women-owned business enterprise, and service-disabled veteran-owned business goals. No minimum order quantities are required, and contractors may decrease prices at any time without prior approval.