Specifications include, but are not limited to: Full-size cutaway paratransit van, gasoline engine; Wheelchair accessible lift-side entry; Minimum quantity 4; Maximum quantity 10; MUST BE ABLE TO TRAVEL 250 MILES ON ONE TANK. OPTIONAL PRICING: Full-size cutaway paratransit van, CNG engine; Wheelchair accessible lift-side entry; NOTE: It is the bidder’s responsibility to calculate the actual loaded weight, spring and axle ratings so that the vehicle is engineered for safety. The vehicles furnished under these specifications shall be new 2024 model, or most recent model, standard production unit, offered to the general trade, equal in every aspect to the construction and performance characteristics shown in the manufacturer’s specifications and descriptive literature for this type of vehicle as manufactured and advertised for delivery in the continental United States and including all equipment normally offered and installed at the factory. Engine bores, main bearings, connecting rod bearing, and wrist pins shall not exceed the manufacturer’s established size tolerances. The manufacturer shall build the vehicles to these specifications and the selling or servicing dealer shall be required to perform the normal pre-delivery service and not be required to modify, alter, exchange, assemble, install, or paint various components to meet these specifications. BODY STRUCTURE: The Cutaway van body shall meet all stated specifications. The vehicle shall be reinforced such that the structure of the basic van is not degraded. Absolutely no cutting, welding, or drilling will be allowed on high strength chassis structure such as structural high strength Boron Steel. Vehicles shall meet all applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA As set forth in CFR 37 and 38, issued September 6, 1991, with respect to the body.
