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Board approves purchase of a 2021 Bluebird bus after reviewing five bids
Summary
The Colman‑Egan board approved buying a 2021 Bluebird 65‑passenger bus from Boorman after reviewing five bids with prices ranging roughly $49,000–$112,000 and mileage 25,000–80,000; the chosen vehicle allowed local inspection prior to purchase.
Board members reviewed five used‑bus bids that varied by mileage and price; board discussion noted bids spanned model years 2015–2023, mileage ranges from about 25,000 to 80,000 and prices from roughly $49,000 to $112,000. The board approved purchasing a 2021 Bluebird from Boorman, a 65‑passenger vehicle described as a middle‑of‑the‑road option that allowed the district to inspect the bus prior to purchase.
The chair called for the motion and the board approved it by voice vote. During discussion a trustee said the chosen bus was "middle aged and middle of the road" and noted it was smaller (65 passengers) than some other bids (71 passengers) but offered lower cost compared with new vehicles.
