New York State Contract Reporter #RCO-OC135-26

Orange County Solicits Heavy-Duty Diesel Transit Buses with Advanced Components and Service Support

Orange County, NY is seeking bids for the manufacture and delivery of up to 31 new heavy-duty, low-floor diesel transit buses, with options for up to 36 additional units for use in Middletown, Newburgh, and Kiryas Joel fixed route systems. - Government Buyer: - Orange County Department of General Services (Commissioner: Renee Arnold-ORegan, M.A.) - Primary OEMs and Components: - Cummins (X10 diesel engine with Acument telematics platform) - Safe Fleet (remotely adjustable, heated mirrors) - Dialight (LED exterior lighting) - I/O Controls (LED lighting) - Peterson (LED headlights) - Hamsar (turn signals) - TB06 Bus Fare Box (or approved equal) - Firestone (tires) - American Seating (mobility device securement system) - Products/Services Requested: - 31 heavy-duty, low-floor diesel transit buses (30 ft and 35 ft models), with minimum seating and accessibility requirements - Up to 36 additional buses may be purchased as options - TB06 Bus Fare Box or equivalent for fare collection (minimum 600-sheet banknote capacity) - Cummins X10 diesel engine (350HP, EPA compliant) - Advanced LED lighting and safety systems - Mobility device securement systems (ANSI/RESNA compliant) - Tires meeting 2017 Green House Gas Emissions Standards and low rolling resistance - Pre-loaded laptops with diagnostic software - Services: - On-site and remote service representative support for diagnostics, maintenance, and warranty repairs (minimum 6 months, extendable) - Extended warranty coverage (up to 36 months/300,000 miles) - Documentation and training for operating agents - Unique/Notable Requirements: - All buses must be new, modern, and designed for a minimum service life of 12 years or 500,000 miles - Compliance with OSHA, NYSDOT, Buy America, and federal transit regulations is mandatory - Bidders must specify exact models and components; approved equals subject to review - Acceptance testing, detailed documentation, and training are required - Price adjustments allowed for regulatory changes or tariffs - Liquidated damages for delivery delays - Service support must be available on-site within 48 hours if needed

Description

Orange County, through its Department of Planning and Development, is procuring the manufacturing and delivery of up to 31 heavy-duty, low-floor diesel transit buses for three fixed route systems in Middletown, Newburgh, and Kiryas Joel. The contract term is 5 years with two additional one-year options. The buses are designed for efficiency, dependability, accessibility, and safety, with an expected service life of 12 years or 500,000 miles. The County reserves the right to order up to 36 additional buses as options based on available funds.

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