Low Floor Buses

The Montana Acquisition & Contracting System (eMACS) has issued an Invitation for Bid (IFB) number MDT-312467-RP for the procurement of low-floor buses on behalf of multiple transit districts, including Missoula Urban Transportation District, Human Resource Development Council District IX, and Capital Transit. The solicitation seeks to acquire four buses with varying passenger capacities: one 14-passenger and three 27-passenger models, with optional security camera systems from Seon and Apollo. Comprehensive technical specifications are required, covering chassis, body, engine, passenger capacity, wheelchair positions, and optional equipment. Bidders must submit federal certifications, including Altoona Surface Transportation and Uniform Relocation Assistance Act (STURAA) tests, Buy American documents, and client reference forms. The bid opens on 5/23/2017 and closes on 6/27/2017 at 3:00 PM MST, with all prices quoted F.O.B. destination and shipping prepaid to delivery locations in Missoula, Bozeman, and Helena, Montana.

The procurement includes specific compliance requirements for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) and motor vehicle pollution standards, which may impact bidder eligibility. Potential respondents must demonstrate adherence to state and federal regulatory policies and provide evidence of technical capability and performance history. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly stated, the procurement involves multiple buses with optional security systems, suggesting a significant investment in public transit infrastructure. The solicitation appears to be open to qualified vendors who can meet the technical specifications and regulatory requirements, with a focus on expanding and modernizing public transportation capabilities across several Montana jurisdictions. Bidders will likely be evaluated on their ability to meet technical specifications, compliance with federal and state regulations, pricing, delivery capabilities, and overall responsiveness to the detailed procurement requirements.