PARA TRANSIT MINI-BUS BID - OCTOBER 2025.pdf

This document is a Para Transit Mini-Bus Bid issued by Ellisville State School, a Mississippi Department of Mental Health Facility located in Ellisville, Mississippi. The bid solicits proposals for the purchase of four (4) 2025 model year, gas-powered para transit mini-buses, with specific requirements for transportation of clients, accommodating 12 passengers and alternatively 6 wheelchair positions plus a driver. The bid was released on September 18, 2025, with sealed bids to be received until 2:00 p.m. on October 27, 2025, in the Purchasing Department. Delivery is expected within 92-120 days after receipt of order, and the buses must meet extensive technical specifications covering body construction, interior features, wheelchair accessibility, safety equipment, and chassis requirements.

The bid includes detailed technical specifications for the mini-buses, with precise requirements for body construction, interior amenities, accessibility features, and mechanical components. Vendors must be licensed to sell vehicles in Mississippi and submit comprehensive bid packages including manufacturer information, floor plans, and warranty details. The award will be made to the lowest and best responsible bidder meeting the specifications, with Ellisville State School reserving the right to reject any bid. Pricing must include delivery to the school, and bidders are required to submit a copy of warranty information with their bid packet. The buses must have specific warranties: 5 years/100,000 miles for body structure and 3 years/36,000 miles for chassis, with complete submittal and approval required prior to order release.