Description
The State of Washington Department of Enterprise Services is seeking bids for the purchase of heavy-duty transit buses. The buses must be 30’, 35’, 40’, 45’, or 60’ in length, with a low or high floor design, and must meet various technical specifications, including those related to emissions, safety, and accessibility. The buses will be used for intra or inter-city service and must be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Federal Motor Vehicle Standards (FMVSS).
• The buses must have a minimum expected life of 12 years or 500,000 miles.
• The buses must meet the requirements of the Clean Air Act and the Energy Policy Act.
• The buses must be equipped with a wheelchair ramp and must have a minimum of two wheelchair securement positions.
• The buses must have a fire suppression system and must meet the requirements of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
• The buses must have a backup camera and must meet the requirements of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).