The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking sources capable of providing one (1) New, 2025 or newer ADA-compliant transit bus for the Togus VA Medical Center, 1 VA Center Augusta, MEÂ 04330-6796. This notice is for market research purposes only and is not a solicitation. Please feel free to submit a quote if possible.
Vendors capable of meeting the following salient characteristics are invited to respond. This requirement is brand name or equal to (1) Chevy Champion Challenger Bus
One ADA-Compliant Transit Bus Salient Characteristics (Brand-Neutral)
General / Vehicle Requirements
New, 2025 or newer ADA-compliant transit bus
Approximately 12 14 seated passengers, and
At least 2 wheelchair positions, achieved through foldaway or track mounted seating.
Minimum 25-foot length
Minimum 14,200 lb GVWR gasoline-powered chassis
Minimum 177" wheelbase
Full body paint black (mandatory)
Heavy-duty running boards
Stainless steel wheel inserts
Locking fuel-fill door
Exterior remote/heated mirrors with stainless steel arms
Interior Construction
Black padded vinyl interior ceiling and walls (mandatory)
Commercial-grade wood look resilient flooring, raised floor design (equal in appearance and durability to Gerflor Gaya Wood Yosemite-style commercial flooring)
Overhead luggage racks on both sides of passenger cabin
Additional driver side step-up
Entry door electric operation with minimum 36 rough opening
Roof hatch
Passenger area grab rails and stanchions
Modesty panels at entry and behind driver
Vinyl surfaces applied to entry door frame interior
Environmental Systems (HVAC & Heating)
Dual compressor air conditioning system with ceiling mounted evaporator sized for a minimum 80K BTU equivalent cooling capacity
Hot water heater, minimum 40K BTU
Heater booster pump
Electric water shutoff valve
Electrical / Technology Systems
Integrated electrical control system capable of supporting bus operations and accessory loads (equal to FlexTech performance)
Wiring diagram provided on USB drive
Minimum 1250W inverter with breaker, supplying cabin outlets
Multi camera DVR system with minimum 5 cameras and minimum 500GB storage
Multimedia system including 23.8 LCD monitor/s, HDMI compatibility
PA-ready audio system with microphone capability
USB-A and USB-C dual-charge ports at each passenger seat
Interior LED lighting including dual reading lights, door activated lights, overhead strip lights
Exterior Lighting
Surface-mounted LED entry door light
LED rear center brake light
Armored marker lights
ADA / Paratransit Requirements
Dual-panel wheelchair doors with aluminum frame and locking handle
Rear-mounted wheelchair lift, minimum 800 lb capacity, minimum platform size 34" x 54", must include lift-installed seat belt
Fast-idle with lift interlock system that prevents unsafe operation
Wheelchair securement system including:
Retractors (minimum 4)
Lap/shoulder belts
Belt storage pouches
Belt cutter
Priority seating signage
ADA accessibility decal
Seating
Driver seat: premium, multi-adjustable, power base
Passenger seats: combination of fixed high-back and mid-high foldaway seats
Passenger upholstery: high-durability vinyl (black)
Footrests, recliners, anti-vandal grab handles
Seat belt loops
Retractable seat belts
Safety Equipment
Fire extinguisher (minimum 5 lb)
First aid kit (minimum 16 units)
Body fluid cleanup kit
Emergency triangle kit
Backup alarm, minimum 97 dB
Backup camera system with interior monitor
Interior convex mirror
Vehicle height decal
Warranties (Minimum Acceptable)
Bumper-to-bumper: min. 3 years / 36,000 miles
Flooring installation: min. 5 years
Chassis warranty: min. 3 years / 36,000 miles
Powertrain warranty: min. 5 years / 60,000 miles
Vendor must process all warranty registrations
Vendor must coordinate all warranty work through authorized centers
Delivery Requirements
Delivery included in total pricing
Must arrive fully functional, inspected, tested, ADA-compliant
Must include manuals and as-built electrical diagrams
Delivery to Togus VA Medical Center, Augusta, ME
Acceptance Criteria
Full compliance with all specifications
Full operability of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, safety, and paratransit systems
ADA compliance
Warranty registration completed
