North East Independent School District Ionwave #16-27

NEISD request for 16 accessible Type C buses and 8 Type A activity buses

North East Independent School District is seeking quotes for a 24-bus replacement fleet, including accessible Type C buses and non-CDL Type A activity buses. - Buyer: North East Independent School District (NEISD), Procurement & eCommerce office, San Antonio, Texas. - Requested buses: - 16 new, 2026-or-newer Type C diesel special-needs buses, with 39–47-passenger bodies, nine bench-style seats, two uncovered wheelchair spaces, and wheelchair lifts rated for at least 1,000 lb. - 8 new, 2026-or-newer Type A gasoline non-CDL activity buses, with a five-window, larger chassis, 14 captain-style seats, and three-point seat belts. - Named OEMs and equipment vendors: Cummins is specified as the 220 HP engine manufacturer for the Type C buses. REI camera systems are required on both bus types. Q'Straint or Sure-Lok tie-down equipment is acceptable for the Type C wheelchair positions. SMART TAG tablet, cradles, and wiring are required on the Type C buses; the SMART TAG manufacturer is not identified. No bus manufacturer or bus model is specified. - REI camera-system part numbers: 710807 6 Channel DVR; 710333 1TB hard drive; 710675 ultra-wide interior cameras; 710812 windshield cameras (IP); 750363 End Cap; 511986 Panic Button; 512209 Sensor harness; 210182 GPS/Wi-Fi/LTE antenna; and 750481 Pedestal Mount. Both bus types require the listed REI system; the Type A configuration is described as a three-interior-camera system. - Notable Type C requirements: 2500 Series automatic transmission; air-ride suspension; minimum front and rear axle ratings of 10,000 lb. and 19,800 lb.; air brakes with ABS; front and rear air conditioning and heaters; LED exterior lighting and an eight-lamp warning system; applicable safety and emissions compliance; DEF; two engine diagnostic laptops with software; and required safety equipment, lettering, and bus numbers. Wheelchair securement must use compatible L-track or Omni-track equipment. - Notable Type A requirements: automatic transmission, hydraulic brakes, power-operated outward-opening entrance door with manual override, driver’s dash and rear air conditioning, and required safety and emergency equipment. - Delivery and support: Buses must be delivered fueled and operational, with DOT inspection completed before delivery. NEISD will inspect and road-test buses before acceptance. The first deliveries require on-site technician orientation. Type C buses must be keyed alike and governed to 65 mph. Standard manufacturer warranties are required for chassis, engine, body, transmission, and corrosion, and an authorized service facility must be within 30 miles of NEISD Transportation. - Delivery timing: Type C buses are due within 210 days after purchase order; Type A buses are due within 120–180 days. No separate contract term or option years are specified. NEISD may adjust quantities and does not guarantee a purchase.

Description

North East Independent School District is seeking informal quotes for the purchase and delivery of new, unused school buses that meet or exceed the specifications in the solicitation. The request includes 16 Special Needs Adaptive School Buses and 8 Type A Non-CDL buses; the District reserves the right to adjust quantities and does not guarantee any purchase. The buses must meet applicable safety and regulatory requirements, and the solicitation specifies delivery timelines of within 210 days for the adaptive buses and 120–180 days for Type A buses. Quotes are evaluated based on factors including safety, specification compliance, total cost, delivery schedule, warranty, local service support, and vendor experience.

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