Maryland Transit Administration FY27-FY28 Diesel Bus Buy OPS-27-010-MT
Maryland Department of Transportation | State of MarylandState · Hanover, MD- Due
- May 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 1, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
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Summary
The Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) is seeking approval to utilize an Intergovernmental Cooperative Purchasing Agreement (ICPA) with the Jacksonville Transportation Authority (Jacksonville) under Contract Number RFP-23-03.
The procurement involves the annual purchase of 67 forty-foot Diesel Buses for Fiscal Years 2027 and 2028, totaling up to 134 buses. The contract utilizes existing pricing with Gillig, LLC and New Flyer, Inc. to ensure fleet continuity and avoid market escalations, with an estimated savings of $500,000 per bus. This initiative supports MTA's goal of maintaining a fleet of approximately 5,800 buses in a state of good repair, adhering to Federal Transit Administration (FTA) age recommendations. The transition also prepares for new X10 engine models through planned technician training.
- Scope location
- Baltimore, MD
- Reported agency
- Maryland Transit Administration
Questions about this RFP
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Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is May 12, 2026.
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