The University of Illinois is seeking bids from vendors for the design and delivery of up to four (4) new and unused executive style buses that provide comfort, productivity, and dependability. The University intends to buy two buses at the time of award, but will require a 6-month evaluation period to determine if the two buses are suitable for the University’s requirements. Upon the evaluation of the first two buses, the University reserves the right to procure the final two (2) approximately 18 months after the initial award. The University of Illinois system has a desire to expand the inter-Campus shuttle between University of Illinois campuses and partner sites located in Chicago and Urbana-Champaign. Quality Specifications: 6.2.1 – The vehicle shall have a diesel engine meeting emission standards at time of delivery. 6.2.2 - Allison automatic transmission or equivalent. 6.2.3 – Engine block heater. 6.2.5 – Tilt and telescopic steering column. 6.2.6 – Cruise control. 6.2.7 – Daytime Running Lights . 6.2.8 – Must have a minimum of 26,000.01 lb. GVWR. 6.2.9 – Liquid Spring suspension or equivalent standard OEM suspension is not acceptable. 6.2.10 – Steel Wheels.
