GSU - 40-ft Battery Electric Buses

Georgia State University is seeking qualified suppliers to provide eighteen (18) brand‑new 40‑foot battery‑electric transit buses for university routes. The buses must meet extensive technical, safety, and Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements, including Buy‑America compliance, FMVSS certification, and a minimum 12‑year/500,000‑mile design life. The contract is firm‑fixed‑price, with optional extended warranties and training services. The solicitation includes a mandatory cost worksheet and a series of scored technical questions. • Quantity: 18 electric buses, 40 ft long, fully battery‑powered. • Technical scope: compliance with FMVSS, FTA Altoona testing, battery safety standards, HVAC, fire‑detection, telematics, and ADA accessibility. • Deliverables: buses, warranties, spare‑parts support, on‑site and virtual training, documentation (manuals, CAD/AVL integration). • Schedule: posting 02 Feb 2026, questions due 18 Mar 2026, answers 23 Apr 2026, final proposal due 22 May 2026. • Evaluation: 60 % technical score, 40 % cost score; supplier must be an authorized distributor and provide a Manufacturer’s Certificate (≤ 30 days old).