30-270091-EIPD Vehicle Modifications Package - Toyota Sienna XSE Sport

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Employment and Independence for People with Disabilities (NCEIPD) is soliciting bids for a single 2027 Toyota Sienna XSE Sport (or 2026 model if necessary) with comprehensive adaptive driving modifications under IFB 30-270091-EIPD, with bids due October 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET. The vendor must be a certified NCEIPD vehicle modification program vendor and authorized by the manufacturer to distribute or resell products; current NMEDA certifications are required as applicable.

The modification package consists of a BraunAbility XT 13-inch dropped-floor conversion with power sliding side door, fold-up ramp with manual emergency back-up, wheelchair rubberized flooring, and kneeling system. Driving modifications include reduced-effort braking and steering systems, hand controls, pedal guards, spinner knob steering device, turn signal extension, and mirrors. A six-way transfer seat base is specified. The vehicle must be delivered FOB to Lenoir, North Carolina 28645 within a specified number of calendar days after purchase order receipt, with delivery complete only upon installation and final inspection.

A mandatory pre-sale product demonstration at the client's residence is required to ensure proper wheelchair and client fit. The vendor must coordinate intermediate and final fittings with the driving evaluator, engineer, counselor, and client. Warranty coverage must include a minimum of twelve months or the length of the manufacturer's warranty, whichever is longer, covering defective parts, labor, freight, and technician travel at no cost to the State.

The vendor must carry product/completed operations liability insurance with minimum coverage of $1 million, garage-keeper's and premises liability insurance, and provide background checks for personnel. North Carolina Secretary of State registration is required prior to contract award. The initial contract term is one year from the effective date of final contract execution, with anticipated award in October or November 2026. Written questions are due September 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET, with responses provided by October 1, 2026. Exterior color options are Ruby Flare Pearl, Blueprint, Magnetic Gray Metallic, Celestial Silver Metallic, or Midnight Black Metallic.