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Canal Bus Wash Replacement
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DESCRIPTION: Canal Bus Wash Replacement |
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ACTION REQUEST: ☒ Approval ☐ Review Comment ☐ Information Only ☐ Other |
RECOMMENDATION:
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To authorize the Chief Executive Officer to rescind the bid awarded to Westmatic Corporation and instead award the bid to N/S Corporation for the purchase of a replacement bus wash system at the Canal Street maintenance facility, at a cost not to exceed $567,876.
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ISSUE/BACKGROUND:
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The Canal Street maintenance facility has been the primary maintenance hub for fixed-route buses since Hurricane Katrina, accommodating up to 150 buses at a time. Each night, our fleet undergoes servicing, including fueling, emptying fare box vaults, cleaning interiors, and automated exterior washing. Over the years, our facilities maintenance team has managed to maintain and service the bus wash. However, in the past year, the bus wash has surpassed its useful life and can no longer service our buses effectively. Staff have received quotes from the manufacturer for repairs, but refurbishment costs now exceed the cost of purchasing a new bus wash.
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DISCUSSION:
Originally, this project was awarded via resolution 23-031. However, during the due diligence process, it was determined that the original vendor was non-responsive. Therefore, staff is seeking to rescind resolution 23-031 and instead award the contract to the lowest responsible and responsive bidder, N/S Corporation.
To acquire the new bus wash, our agency conducted a competitive solicitation through Invitation for Bid (IFB) 2024-008. The pricing received was deemed by staff to be fair and reasonable. This process ensures transparency and accountability in our procurement practices, securing the best value for our investment.
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
The funding for this project is provided through local account code 01-0000-00-1511, with the amount of $567,876.
NEXT STEPS:
Upon approval by the RTA Board, staff will issue a notice to proceed to N/S Corporation and initiate the project.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution
2. Procurement summary
3. Routing Sheet
4. Canal Bus Wash Replacement Quote
Prepared By: Ryan Moser
Title: Chief Asset Management Officer
Reviewed By: Gizelle Banks
Title: Chief Financial Officer
10/31/2024
Lona Edwards Hankins Date
Chief Executive Officer