15-Passenger Van/Bus (reissued)

Colby Community College is seeking a vendor to supply, transport, and deliver a new (or low‑mileage used) 15‑passenger van/bus that meets a detailed set of specifications, including a V‑10 6.8 L engine, automatic overdrive transmission, LED interior lighting, USB charging ports at each seat, and a full suite of safety equipment. Bids must be sealed, tax‑exempt (no sales tax), and submitted by 12 PM on 25 January 2019. The award will be made by the Board of Trustees on 18 February 2019. The college will handle contract execution and may require a performance bond. • Vehicle must seat 15 (14 passengers + driver), be white, and include full rear luggage area, LED lighting, and USB ports per seat. • Engine requirement: V‑10, 6.8 L (V6 not acceptable); automatic overdrive transmission; 225 AMP alternator. • Mandatory safety features: electric entrance door with tempered glass, emergency windows, retractable seatbelts, first‑aid kit, fire extinguisher, reflector triangles, safety roof hatch, and non‑openable solid windows. • Vendor must provide detailed warranty information for chassis, powertrain, body, HVAC, and other components, and be prepared to deliver the vehicle to Colby, KS, including transportation costs.