❖ Duel Rear Wheel ❖ Gasoline-powered V8 engine with a minimum displacement of 7.0 liters and comparable torque and horsepower to industry-standard 14-passenger shuttles ❖ Central Aisle ❖ Windows all around ❖ AM/FM stereo ❖ Daytime running lights ❖ Power windows, mirrors, locks ❖ Emergency exit window ❖ Backup Alarm ❖ Composite interior and floor with non-skid cover ❖ Bus-Style Entry door ❖ High-visibility grab handles near the entry door ❖ Optional lower step ❖ 32” steel mesh step at driver’s door, powder coated ❖ Grab rail, floor to ceiling ❖ Rear storage space ❖ Secure storage system for at least one (1) wheelchair, including tie-downs ❖ Seat belts for all passengers, must be 3-point lap and shoulder belts ❖ Mud flaps ❖ Fire extinguisher, First Aid Kit, & emergency triangle kit included at no extra cost ❖ Must come with a front-end alignment at no extra cost ❖ Air conditioning for the entire vehicle is preferred. At minimum, the driver area must have air conditioning. ❖ Vehicle specification packet must include clear photos and layout diagrams. A video walkthrough is encouraged, especially for vehicles not located within Massachusetts. ❖ Additional considerations: The vehicle should be designed with senior accessibility in mind. Preference will be given to vans that include enhanced safety features such as backup cameras and blind spot monitoring, and high-comfort seating suitable for longer transport rides.
