Procurement of Two 2026 or Newer Grech GM-33 28-Passenger Shuttle Buses for Campus Admission Tours
ID: 73-IFB-00770 • State: North Carolina
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Western Carolina University (WCU) is seeking to procure two 2026 or newer Grech GM-33, 28-passenger shuttle buses built on a Ford F-600 diesel chassis. This procurement aims to support WCU's admissions and enrollment outreach efforts by providing safe, reliable, and professional transportation for prospective students, families, and guests during campus admission tours. The selected vehicles must reflect the University’s commitment to excellence in safety, comfort, durability, and accessibility.
Work Details
The contract involves the delivery of two 2026 or newer Grech GM-33 shuttle buses with the following specifications:
- Built on a Ford F-600 diesel chassis
- Capacity: 28 passengers plus driver
- Exterior color options: black or white
- Interior color: black
- Features include:
- 19.5" painted steel wheels
- 3-point lap/shoulder belts for cabin seats
- 4-wheel ABS power disc brakes
- Split drivers/copilot seats
- A 40-gallon fuel tank
- Rooftop A/C system
- Aluminum exterior side walls
- AM/FM/stereo clock/CD radio
- Back-up alarm and camera
- Heavy-duty insulation
- Electronic 5-speed OD automatic transmission
- LED lighting inside and outside
- Industrial marine-grade plywood flooring (3/4")
- Custom luggage racks with LED accent lighting
- Air suspension with inverter USB charging at every row.
The buses must be delivered fully assembled and ready for use by June 15, 2026.
Period of Performance
The initial term of the contract will be one year starting from the date of final contract execution. The delivery of the buses must occur by June 15, 2026.
Place of Performance
The delivery location is Western Carolina University at 1 University Way, Cullowhee, NC 28723.
Bidder Requirements
Vendors must be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State and provide evidence of such registration within ten business days upon notification of award. Vendors are required to submit a signed statement from the manufacturer confirming authorization to distribute or resell the products offered in this IFB. Additionally, vendors must comply with all applicable insurance requirements and provide references for similar contracts.
Western Carolina University (WCU) is seeking to procure two 2026 or newer Grech GM-33, 28-passenger shuttle buses built on a Ford F-600 diesel chassis. This procurement aims to support WCU's admissions and enrollment outreach efforts by providing safe, reliable, and professional transportation for prospective students, families, and guests during campus admission tours. The selected vehicles must reflect the University’s commitment to excellence in safety, comfort, durability, and accessibility.
Work Details
The contract involves the delivery of two 2026 or newer Grech GM-33 shuttle buses with the following specifications:
- Built on a Ford F-600 diesel chassis
- Capacity: 28 passengers plus driver
- Exterior color options: black or white
- Interior color: black
- Features include:
- 19.5" painted steel wheels
- 3-point lap/shoulder belts for cabin seats
- 4-wheel ABS power disc brakes
- Split drivers/copilot seats
- A 40-gallon fuel tank
- Rooftop A/C system
- Aluminum exterior side walls
- AM/FM/stereo clock/CD radio
- Back-up alarm and camera
- Heavy-duty insulation
- Electronic 5-speed OD automatic transmission
- LED lighting inside and outside
- Industrial marine-grade plywood flooring (3/4")
- Custom luggage racks with LED accent lighting
- Air suspension with inverter USB charging at every row.
The buses must be delivered fully assembled and ready for use by June 15, 2026.
Period of Performance
The initial term of the contract will be one year starting from the date of final contract execution. The delivery of the buses must occur by June 15, 2026.
Place of Performance
The delivery location is Western Carolina University at 1 University Way, Cullowhee, NC 28723.
Bidder Requirements
Vendors must be registered with the North Carolina Secretary of State and provide evidence of such registration within ten business days upon notification of award. Vendors are required to submit a signed statement from the manufacturer confirming authorization to distribute or resell the products offered in this IFB. Additionally, vendors must comply with all applicable insurance requirements and provide references for similar contracts.
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Opportunity ID
73-IFB-00770
Response Deadline
May 8, 2026
Past Due
Date Posted
April 24, 2026
Est. Value Range
Experimental
$400,000 - $600,000
(AI estimate)
Agency Distribution
High
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North Carolina recently changed its procurement system. Old procurements are available at https://www.ips.state.nc.us/IPS/BidNumberSearch.aspx.
On 4/24/26 WESTERN CAROLINA UNIVERSITY in North Carolina issued Procurement of Two 2026 or Newer Grech GM-33 28-Passenger Shuttle Buses for Campus Admission Tours with ID 73-IFB-00770 due 5/8/26.
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