Arkansas Department Of Transportation Ardot #PT 24-06

PT 24-06 Medium Duty Cutaway Bus with Optional ADA Equipment

The Arkansas Department of Transportation (ARDOT) awarded contracts to Central States Bus Sales, Inc. and Nationwide Bus Parts Inc. for the supply of medium duty cutaway transit buses with optional ADA equipment. Central States Bus Sales, Inc. (Starcraft) was awarded Items 3 and 6, which include 24-passenger and 16-passenger configurations with wheelchair lifts and ADA features. Nationwide Bus Parts Inc. (Endera) was awarded Items 1, 2, 4, and 5, covering 16-, 20-, 8-, and 12-passenger configurations with similar ADA options. The procurement includes various optional equipment such as wheelchair lifts, restraint systems, upgraded flooring, fold-away seats, child restraints, seat belt extensions, suspension upgrades, upholstery, safety features, and LED destination signs. The awards are for a contract period from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026, with a minimum purchase of 10 units and a maximum of 50 units, FOB Little Rock, Arkansas. The procurement emphasizes compliance with ADA requirements and detailed bid conditions. The awards were based on responsive bids, with Nationwide Bus Parts Inc. being the lowest responsible bidder for multiple configurations. The procurement process included specific bid bonds and performance bonds, and the contracts are governed by Arkansas state law.

Description

Award for furnishing medium duty cutaway buses with optional ADA equipment, awarded statewide FOB to Central States Bus Sales, Inc. and Nationwide Bus Parts Inc. on 7/22/2024. The procurement includes various seating configurations and optional equipment such as wheelchair lifts and restraint systems. Central States Bus Sales, Inc. was awarded Items 3 & 6 after the lowest bidder's exceptions led to bid rejection. Nationwide Bus Parts Inc. was awarded Items 1, 2, 4, & 5 as the lowest responsive/responsible bidder.

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