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Spearman I.S.D. approves purchase of two 56‑seat Coachliner buses for $425,612
Summary
The Spearman I.S.D. Board approved buying two 56‑seat Coachliner DXL buses from National Bus Sales for a total of $425,612, including add‑ons such as ceramic window coating and LED headlights; motion passed 7–0.
The Spearman I.S.D. Board of Trustees voted to accept National Bus Sales' proposal for two Coachliner DXL 56‑passenger buses at a total cost of $425,612. The motion to approve the purchase was made by board member Mike Pearson and seconded by Abby Pipkin; the vote was 7–0 in favor.
According to Exhibit A submitted with the meeting materials, the buses are Ultra Coachliner DXL models built on a Freightliner M2 106 Plus chassis with seating for 56, a 9L Cummins diesel engine, Allison transmission, LED lighting, and multiple optional upgrades. Recommended add‑ons noted in the proposal include ceramic window coating ($4,000), LED headlights ($2,005) and two solid wood tables (listed at $1,100 each). The proposal lists delivery FOB Tulsa, Oklahoma, and states pricing is good for 15 days. The board did not discuss alternate vendors during the open session.
Provenance: The board action and the price appear in the meeting minutes and supporting Exhibit A (SEG 002; SEG 003).
