Description
The purpose of this solicitation is to procure two 2026 or newer Grech GM-33, 28-passenger shuttle buses built on a Ford F-600 diesel chassis to support Western Carolina University’s admissions and enrollment outreach efforts. The vehicle will be used primarily for campus admission tours, providing safe, reliable, and professional transportation for prospective students, families, and guests as they navigate WCU’s campus.
Key features of the buses include:
• 2026 Ford F600 Diesel
• Grech GM33
• Exterior: White or Black
• Interior: Black
• 19.5" Wheels - Painted Steel
• 3 - Point Lap/Shoulder Belts For Cabin Seats
• 4 Wheel ABS Power Disc Brakes
• Split Drivers/Copilot Seats
• 40 Gallon Fuel Tank
• Rooftop A/C System
• Aluminum Exterior Side Walls
• AM/FM/Stereo Clock/CD Radio
• Back Up Alarm
• Back Up Camera
• Black Vinyl Interior Trim Upper
• A/C Compressor TM-21
• Electronic 5 Speed OD Automatic Transmission
• Exterior And Interior LED Lighting
• Floor - Industrial Marine Grade Plywood 3/4"
• Flooring - Altro – Exotic
• Ford F-600 XL Super Duty Cab & Chassis
• Ford OEM Alternator
• Full View Over Driver Panoramic Window
• Black Fabric Headliner
• Black Vinyl Interior Trim Lower
• Heavy Duty Chassis Battery w/Additional Battery
• Heavy Duty Insulation
• Level 5 Seat Fabric
• LT245/70RX19.5G (DRW) All Season Tires
• DVD Player
• Paging System
• Plug Electric Operated Passenger Entry Door
• Power Steering, Tilt Wheel & Cruise Control
• Rear Luggage Door w/Automatic Electric Step
• Full Luggage Wall
• Seat Belts - Retractable With Under Seat Retracts
• Seats - High Back, Recline
• Shut Off Relay Switch For Rear Compartment Battery
• Stainless Steel Wheel Covers
• Emergency Roof Escape Hatch
• Welded Steel Cage Body Framing
• Windows – Frameless
The buses must be delivered by June 15, 2026, during WCU business hours.