Shuttle Bus Maintenance

This contract concerns the provision of comprehensive maintenance services for a fleet of shuttle buses (Ford and Freightliner models) owned by Towson University. The scope includes on‑site diagnostic and repair work, mobile maintenance, scheduled preventive maintenance for both E350 and E450 buses, exterior washing, towing, DOT and wheelchair‑lift inspections, A/C inspections, and disposal fees for fuel, oil, coolant, and tires, as well as driver services. Three vendors were awarded the contract, each submitting a detailed price matrix that combines hourly labor rates with flat‑rate service fees. The contract’s financial impact is significant, with annual costs ranging from roughly $289 k to $634 k per vendor, and a total estimated spend of about $3.1 million across all awardees. No specific dates, renewal terms, or agency contact details are provided in the source documents. • Scope: Full‑service shuttle‑bus maintenance (diagnostic, repair, preventive, inspections, disposal, driver services). • Vendors: Johnson and Towers, LLC; Mid‑Atlantic Mobility; Tim’s Automotive (multiple‑award). • Financials: Base‑year bid totals of $578 k (Mid‑Atlantic) and $1.26 M (Johnson & Towers and Tim’s Automotive), yielding an estimated total contract value of ~$3.1 M. • Procurement: Awarded by Towson University (Maryland) on 11/15/2024 via open competition; no set‑aside or renewal language noted.