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Replacement Cabling Installation for Clever Devices System on Streetcars
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DESCRIPTION: Award Purchase Order for Replacement Cabling Installation for the Clever Devices system on Streetcars
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ACTION REQUEST: Approval
RECOMMENDATION:
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To authorize the Interim Chief Executive Officer to award a purchase order to Clever Devices (Hitachi Rail, LTD) for the acquisition of replacement cable installation for Clever Devices systems on Streetcars in an amount not exceeding $201,550.00.
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ISSUE/BACKGROUND:
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The existing cabling for the Clever CAD/AVL system installed on the streetcar fleet has reached the end of its useful life and requires replacement to ensure the continued reliability and functionality of the system. Extensive troubleshooting determined that the cabling supplying data and power to the Transit Control Hub (TCH) is deteriorated, resulting in system performance issues and unreliable hardware operation. Because the replacement cabling consists of proprietary components specifically designed for the existing Clever Devices hardware configuration, only the manufacturer is qualified to manufacture, test, and install the new cabling in accordance with proprietary specifications and warranty requirements.
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DISCUSSION:
The proposed vendor-approved repair plan includes the manufacture, testing, and installation of ne cabling on all streetcars to restore reliable data and power communication to the Transit Control Hub (TCH), significantly improving the reliability, stability, and performance of the Clever Devices CAD/AVL system. As the authorized manufacturer of the proprietary replacement cabling, the vendor is uniquely qualified to provide components fully compatible with eh existing hardware and perform the installation in accordance with manufacturer specifications and warranty requirements. Awarding this purchase order will ensure the continued reliability of the...
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