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Purchase of Paratransit Vehicles
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DESCRIPTION: Purchase of (2) Cutaway units. |
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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 for Model1 sale in the amount not to exceed $400,490.22 for two paratransit vehicles.
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ISSUE/BACKGROUND:
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The agency has had two cutaways that were removed from paratransit service, both due to damage sustained in separate traffic incidents. Both units 7117 and 7302 will be replaced with these purchased units. These two additions will help restore paratransit service back to prior levels.
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DISCUSSION:
The agency’s utilization of the Louisiana state contract (contract number 4400020163) for procurement of the vehicle 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:
Funding is available through grant LA2023-018 in the amount of $261,737.60 in federal funds and the local required to match $65,434.40 plus an additional $73,318.22 of local funds from the approved capital budget account number 01-0000-00-1513-000-00 for a total project cost of $400,490.22.
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
Prepared By: Alger Pennaman II
Title: Fleet Asset Manager
Reviewed By: Ryan Moser
Title: Chief Asset Management Officer
Reviewed By: Gizelle Banks
Title: Chief Financial Officer
5/2/2025
Lona Edwards Hankins Date
Chief Executive Officer