Nova Bus wins landmark MTA contract for 135 buses

PLATTSBURGH | Nova Bus, member of the Volvo Group and a leading North American transit bus manufacturer, has announced it has won a bid to deliver 135 40-foot transit buses to the New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA). The MTA Selection Committee unanimously recommended an award of the buses to Nova Bus based on evaluation criteria such as overall project cost, delivery, as well as overall quality of proposer and product. Deliveries are expected to start in the fourth quarter of 2022 and will be completed by the second quarter of 2023. The buses will be assembled at the Nova Bus facility in Plattsburgh. MTA operates the largest public transportation agency in North America and one of the largest in the world. "Nova Bus is a national innovator in sustainable transportation initiatives and a major source of new, cutting-edge local jobs," said Sen. Dan Stec. "This contract with the MTA is a major win for our region and establishes Nova Bus and the City of Plattsburgh as key hubs for economic opportunity and potential in New York State." "We can all be extremely proud of the success of our Quebec icons internationally," declared Martine Hébert, Quebec Delegate General in New York. "As such, Nova Bus illustrates both the excellence of Quebec innovation and the contribution that our companies can make to our respective economies. It also reminds us that a lot of work is required to achieve such success. On behalf of the Quebec Government Office in New York, I would like to congratulate all the teams involved in this project. Quebec is very fortunate to have such an international presence and we intend to continue every day to better support our businesses and promote Quebec expertise." Martin Larose, president of Nova Bus, said "We are thrilled about this renewed trust in our long-standing partnership with the MTA. This award for delivering 135 buses to its fleet is a true testament to our tireless efforts to provide high-quality products and exceptional service to transit agencies across North America. We are especially proud of the positive impact this order will have on the region, as these buses will be made by New Yorkers for New York riders." The North Country Chamber of Commerce quickly applauded the major new contract. "We can be proud to be placing more New York produced buses on the streets of New York," Garry Douglas, Chamber president, said of the May 2 announcement. "The MTA is the largest transit equipment customer in North America and the fact that it is once again turning to Nova Bus is a testament to their satisfaction with the great buses produced here, thanks to an exceptional network of suppliers, including many in upstate New York, and to an exceptional workforce." Douglas notes that every such contract "represents investment in the amazing cluster of more than forty transportation equipment companies who are now in our region, creating an attraction for others who are looking at where to produce transportation and aerospace components. Onward and upward for Nova Bus and the North Country!" Assemblyman Billy Jones said "Nova Bus's reputation speaks for itself and it's no surprise that MTA picked them for their most recent bid for 135 new buses. Contracts like this help create good-paying jobs for hardworking North Country residents and I look forward to many more as governments invest in updating infrastructure and transitioning to electric vehicles. "All this wouldn't be possible without the tireless efforts of local leaders, NAmTrans, and the North Country Chamber of Commerce and I thank them for their continued advocacy. Between the strong relationship with our northern neighbors and the collaboration between manufacturing companies, this region is truly the place to be for transportation manufacturing." Plattsburgh Town Supervisor Michael S. Cashman said "It is no surprise Nova Bus has once again been selected. The New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority is getting a premium product built by a talented workforce that takes pride in delivering industry-leading transportation. Nova Bus is a powerhouse among Plattsburgh's transportation manufacturing cluster. They continue to lead, innovate and break records. Businesses like Nova Bus contribute greatly to the Town of Plattsburgh's profile of being Globally Significant-Regionally Exceptional. We are extremely proud of their continued success and growth."

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