Description
The Mattawan Consolidated School District is seeking bids for the purchase of a new 10-passenger Multifunction School Activity Bus (MFSAB) constructed on a Ford Transit chassis or approved equal. The vehicle must meet all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) requirements for MFSAB vehicles and be designed for transporting students to school-related activities. The minimum requirements include a new current model year Ford Transit T-350 Passenger Wagon, Medium Roof Extended Length, or approved equal, with a manufacturer-rated seating capacity of not more than 10 occupants, including the driver. The bus must also have various safety equipment, such as electronic stability control, anti-lock braking system, and backup camera.
• The vehicle shall be certified by the manufacturer or final-stage manufacturer as a Multifunction School Activity Bus (MFSAB).
• The vehicle shall meet all applicable FMVSS requirements for MFSAB vehicles.
• The vehicle shall not require a Commercial Driver License (CDL) when operated within applicable federal and state regulations.
• The seating configuration shall consist of one driver seat and nine passenger seating positions.
• All seating shall be forward-facing.
• All passenger seats shall be OEM or FMVSS-compliant commercial seating.