Texas DIR/ESBD #304T-26-071A2_1

Texas Solicits 33 Prison Transport Buses (Bluebird Bus or Equal) with Ford Engines and CE White Seating

This procurement seeks to acquire 33 prison transport buses for the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, with delivery across the state: - Government Buyer: - Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Statewide Procurement Division (primary agency) - Managed by Ross Barnard - OEMs and Vendors: - Bluebird Bus (referenced for bus chassis/model) - Ford (referenced for 7.3L Godzilla gasoline engine) - CE White Co. (referenced for passenger seating) - Equivalent products from other manufacturers are allowed if approved - Products/Services Requested: - 33 prison transport buses, gasoline engine, minimum 33,000 lbs GVWR - Referenced model: Bluebird Bus BBCV 3507 or approved equal - Engine: 7.3L Ford Godzilla or equivalent, minimum 335 hp - 44 passenger seats per bus, CE White Co. 0Z3720LDV001-02 or equivalent - Detailed requirements for chassis, transmission, tires, power steering, air conditioning, lighting, safety equipment, and more - Warranty service provider for buses as per specifications - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Buses must meet detailed technical and safety specifications, including specific seating, air conditioning, and safety equipment - Dual CTCD/CTCM certification required - Compliance with Texas codes and regulations - Provision of descriptive literature and warranty service provider information - Delivery to multiple highway districts statewide - Responses must be submitted via the Texas SmartBuy portal - Estimated contract value: approximately $5.5 million

Description

The Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, Statewide Procurement Division, is soliciting sealed bids for prison transport buses, primarily for the Department of Criminal Justice. The procurement includes detailed specifications for gasoline engine buses, including chassis, engine, transmission, tires, power steering, seating, air conditioning, lighting, and safety equipment. The contract term, pricing structure, and submission requirements are outlined, with responses due by May 11, 2026. The estimated contract value is approximately $5.5 million, and responses must be submitted via the Texas SmartBuy portal.

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