Handicap Bus

The state of Maryland is seeking to procure a Model Year 2025 Twelve (12) Passenger Handicapped Commercial Bus through a commodity contract. This specific procurement opportunity, identified by the contract ID 67b74007630c26e4a0019b24, is focused on acquiring a single commercial bus designed to accommodate passengers with handicap accessibility needs. The contract is structured as a firm fixed-price agreement, with a posted date of February 20, 2025, and a proposal submission deadline of April 10, 2025. Prospective vendors must provide a bus that meets the precise specifications for a twelve-passenger handicap-accessible vehicle, with key deliverables including the complete bus meeting all commercial and accessibility standards. While specific evaluation criteria are not explicitly detailed in the provided documentation, vendors can expect scrutiny of their vehicle's design, accessibility features, compliance with commercial transportation regulations, and overall suitability for handicap transportation services.

The contract does not indicate specific set-aside designations or restrictions on vendor participation, suggesting it is open to a broad range of commercial bus manufacturers and suppliers. No incumbent vendors or current contractors are mentioned in the documentation, and there are no explicit references to integration requirements with existing infrastructure or technology. The procurement appears to be a straightforward vehicle acquisition without complex technological prerequisites. While the exact budget range is not specified, potential vendors should be prepared to submit competitive pricing for a new model year commercial handicap bus. The firm fixed-price nature of the contract implies a structured financial approach, with clear expectations for pricing and delivery of the specified vehicle.