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District plans to bid for five buses; board hears fleet, AC and timing details
Summary
Transportation staff told the board it will seek bids for two 77‑passenger buses and three specially equipped SPED buses; staff said average 77‑passenger bus age is about 10 years, AC buses are prioritized for summer and athletic use, and bids are expected back for a February approval meeting.
Transportation staff told the Southeast Polk board that the district will go to bid for five vehicles this year: two regular 77‑passenger buses and three specially equipped buses for special education routes.
A district presenter said the fleet currently includes seven fully air‑conditioned 77‑passenger buses and all new buses now ship with driver‑side air from the factory, though full‑bus AC varies by model. Staff said AC buses…
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