RCO-OC135-26B Diesel transit buses_ addenda B.pdf

This is an addendum document issued by the Orange County Department of General Services in New York regarding Request for Bids RFB-OC135-26 for the procurement of diesel transit buses. The addendum, dated August 12, 2026, announces a revised bid due date of October 15, 2026, at 3:00 PM EST, which represents an extension from the original deadline. The procurement seeks the manufacturing and delivery of up to an initial 31 heavy-duty, low-floor diesel transit buses for three fixed-route systems operating in Middletown, Newburgh, and Kiryas Joel, with the county reserving the right to order up to 36 additional buses as options. The buses are specified to operate efficiently for a minimum period of 12 years and at least 500,000 miles. The addendum also advises that answers to questions submitted by bidders on July 29, 2026, will be published on or about September 4, 2026.

The addendum does not contain specific pricing terms, set-asides, funding sources, or other financial details. However, the related scope indicates that pricing for any optional bus orders will be calculated using a price adjustment process defined in the procurement documents. The specifications emphasize that the buses must be modern, low-floor transit buses designed to provide maximum accessibility, comfort, and safety for operators and passengers of all ages and abilities, including those with disabilities. The three current operating agents—Shortline Transit LLC, Newburgh Beacon Bus Corp., and the Village of Kiryas Joel—will operate the procured vehicles on their respective fixed routes.