Vicinity Motor Corp. said it has been selected for a statewide contract in California.
Under an award on behalf of the California Association for Coordinated Transportation (CALACT), the company said CALACT consortium members can pick its buses in a statewide purchasing contract.
The contract gives state transit agencies authority to purchase "Buy America" compliant buses directly from Vicinity’s diverse portfolio through its distribution partner ABC Companies.
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CALACT is the largest state transit association in the US, representing California's small, rural and specialized transportation providers statewide. CALACT has over 300 members and is dedicated to promoting professional excellence, stimulating ideas, and advocating for effective community transportation.
Vicinity said the vehicles authorized for purchase will be produced at its assembly facility in Washington State, which will make compressed natural gas (CNG) and clean-diesel vehicles between 28 and 35 feet in length. Once constructed, the facility will also produce the upcoming Vicinity Lightning 28 (foot) all-electric transit bus.
"The California market represents the largest in the United States, and this contract allows all CALACT members the ability to choose Vicinity as an OEM supplier for their growing fleets," said Vicinity CEO William Trainer in a statement.
"CALACT forecasts this contract may include up to 8,000 vehicles over 5 years, representing a major opportunity for Vicinity to expand in California. Leveraging our partnership with ABC Companies, we believe we can offer competitive bids for our innovative line of Vicinity high-efficiency buses. We look forward to working with CALACT members to match our unique vehicle offering with their requirements, creating long-term value for both our customers and shareholders."
Roman Cornell, president of ABC Companies, added: "Our partnership with Vicinity Motor Corp. continues to expand, leveraging Vicinity's heavy duty mid-size product range which brings exceptional value and flexibility to a changing transit market. The upcoming Vicinity Lightning battery electric bus will further expand our existing electric offering and bring a unique Buy America compliant solution to customers and agencies focused on carbon reduction initiatives."
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