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Paratransit Buses
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DESCRIPTION: For the purchase of twelve paratransit buses |
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ACTION REQUEST: ☒ Approval ☐ Review Comment ☐ Information Only ☐ Other |
RECOMMENDATION:
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To authorize the Chief Executive Officer to award a purchase order to Creative Bus sales in the amount of $2,564,280 for twelve paratransit vehicles.
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ISSUE/BACKGROUND:
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The agency has twelve cutaway paratransit vehicles that were purchased in 2016 that have reached the end of their useful life. These vehicles have been slated for replacement as part of the agency’s fleet replacement plan.
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DISCUSSION:
In 2023 the agency became aware of grant funding awards which prompted a thorough process to determine the specifications for the new paratransit cutaway vehicles, involving input from various stakeholders within the organization. The result of this process was a culmination of the best specifications from previous vehicles to be combined into this new paratransit cutaway vehicle.
The agency’s utilization of the Louisiana state contract (contract number 4400020163) for procurement of the vehicles is a strategic decision, potentially offering favorable terms and ensuring compliance with FTA and Buy America requirements. This approach streamlines the procurement process and ensures adherence to regulatory standards.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Grant Funding is available through LA2024-001 in the amount of $1,840,320 in federal funds and the local required match amount of $460,080 plus an additional $263,880 of local funds from the approved 2024 capital budget account number 01-0000-00-1513-000-00 for a total project cost of $2,564,280.
NEXT STEPS:
Once approved staff will issue a purchase order and continue to develop the purchase of the vehicles.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution
2. LA State Contract (4400020163)
3. Routing approval
4. Vehicle Cost and specs
Prepared By: Alger Pennaman II
Title: Fleet Manager (Asset Management)
Reviewed By: Ryan Moser
Title: Chief of Asset Management
Reviewed By: Gizelle Banks
Title: Chief Financial Officer
4/8/2024
Lona Edwards Hankins Date
Chief Executive Officer