2310--Transit Bus
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- Solicitation number
- 36C24126Q0706
- Agency
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Veterans Integrated Service Network 1
Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 336211 Motor Vehicle Body Manufacturing
- PSC
- 2310 Passenger Motor Vehicles
- Place of performance
- Togus VA Medical Center Augusta ME 04330, United States
- Points of contact
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources capable of providing one new 2025 or newer ADA-compliant transit bus for the Togus VA Medical Center in Augusta, Maine, with responses due by September 25, 2026. This is a market research notice, not a solicitation, and no set-aside applies.
The requirement is brand name or equal to a Chevy Champion Challenger Bus. The bus must accommodate approximately 12–14 seated passengers plus at least two wheelchair positions achieved through foldaway or track-mounted seating, with a minimum 25-foot length, 14,200 lb GVWR gasoline-powered chassis, and 177-inch wheelbase.
Mandatory specifications include full body black paint, heavy-duty running boards, stainless steel wheel inserts, locking fuel-fill door, and exterior remote heated mirrors with stainless steel arms. Interior requirements mandate black padded vinyl ceiling and walls, commercial-grade wood-look resilient flooring with raised floor design comparable to Gerflor Gaya Wood Yosemite-style, overhead luggage racks on both sides, driver-side step-up, electric entry door operation with minimum 36-inch rough opening, roof hatch, passenger grab rails and stanchions, and modesty panels at entry and behind driver.
Environmental systems must include a dual compressor air conditioning system with ceiling-mounted evaporator sized for minimum 80,000 BTU equivalent cooling capacity, hot water heater with minimum 40,000 BTU output, heater booster pump, and electric water shutoff valve. Electrical and technology systems require an integrated electrical control system equal to FlexTech performance capability, with wiring diagram provided on USB drive.
Vendors are invited to submit quotes. No award value, contract vehicle, or performance period is specified.
Notice text
The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources capable of providing one (1) New, 2025 or newer ADA-compliant transit bus for the Togus VA Medical Center, 1 VA Center Augusta, MEÂ 04330-6796. This notice is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. Please feel free to submit a quote if possible.
Vendors capable of meeting the following salient characteristics are invited to respond. This requirement is brand name or equal to (1) Chevy Champion Challenger Bus
One ADA-Compliant Transit Bus Salient Characteristics (Brand-Neutral)
General / Vehicle Requirements
New, 2025 or newer ADA-compliant transit bus
Approximately 12 14 seated passengers, and
At least 2 wheelchair positions, achieved through foldaway or track mounted seating.
Minimum 25-foot length
Minimum 14,200 lb GVWR gasoline-powered chassis
Minimum 177" wheelbase
Full body paint black (mandatory)
Heavy-duty running boards
Stainless steel wheel inserts
Locking fuel-fill door
Exterior remote/heated mirrors with stainless steel arms
Interior Construction
Black padded vinyl interior ceiling and walls (mandatory)
Commercial-grade wood look resilient flooring, raised floor design (equal in appearance and durability to Gerflor Gaya Wood Yosemite-style commercial flooring)
Overhead luggage racks on both sides of passenger cabin
Additional driver side step-up
Entry door electric operation with minimum 36 rough opening
Roof hatch
Passenger area grab rails and stanchions
Modesty panels at entry and behind driver
Vinyl surfaces applied to entry door frame interior
Environmental Systems (HVAC & Heating)
Dual compressor air conditioning system with ceiling mounted evaporator sized for a minimum 80K BTU equivalent cooling capacity
Hot water heater, minimum 40K BTU
Heater booster pump
Electric water shutoff valve
Electrical / Technology Systems
Integrated electrical control system capable of supporting bus operations and accessory loads (equal to FlexTech performance)
Wiring diagram provided on USB drive
Minimum 1250W inverter with breaker, supplying cabin outlets
Multi camera DVR system with minimum 5 cameras and minimum 500GB storage
Multimedia system including 23.8 LCD monitor/s, HDMI compatibility
PA-ready audio system with microphone capability
USB-A and USB-C dual-charge ports at each passenger seat
Interior LED lighting including dual reading lights, door activated lights, overhead strip lights
Exterior Lighting
Surface-mounted LED entry door light
LED rear center brake light
Armored marker lights
ADA / Paratransit Requirements
Dual-panel wheelchair doors with aluminum frame and locking handle
Rear-mounted wheelchair lift, minimum 800 lb capacity, minimum platform size 34" x 54", must include lift-installed seat belt
Fast-idle with lift interlock system that prevents unsafe operation
Wheelchair securement system including:
Retractors (minimum 4)
Lap/shoulder belts
Belt storage pouches
Belt cutter
Priority seating signage
ADA accessibility decal
Seating
Driver seat: premium, multi-adjustable, power base
Passenger seats: combination of fixed high-back and mid-high foldaway seats
Passenger upholstery: high-durability vinyl (black)
Footrests, recliners, anti-vandal grab handles
Seat belt loops
Retractable seat belts
Safety Equipment
Fire extinguisher (minimum 5 lb)
First aid kit (minimum 16 units)
Body fluid cleanup kit
Emergency triangle kit
Backup alarm, minimum 97 dB
Backup camera system with interior monitor
Interior convex mirror
Vehicle height decal
Warranties (Minimum Acceptable)
Bumper-to-bumper: min. 3 years / 36,000 miles
Flooring installation: min. 5 years
Chassis warranty: min. 3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty: min. 5 years / 60,000 miles
Vendor must process all warranty registrations
Vendor must coordinate all warranty work through authorized centers
Delivery Requirements
Delivery included in total pricing
Must arrive fully functional, inspected, tested, ADA-compliant
Must include manuals and as-built electrical diagrams
Delivery to Togus VA Medical Center, Augusta, ME
Acceptance Criteria
Full compliance with all specifications
Full operability of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, safety, and paratransit systems
ADA compliance
Warranty registration completed
Files
| File | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 36C24126Q0706.docx | DOCX document |
Notice history
| Notice | Type | Posted |
|---|---|---|
| 2310--Intent to Sole Source Notice Transit Bus | Special Notice | |
| This notice | Pre-Solicitation |
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