Title
CATS Bus Brakes and Suspension Parts
Action
Action:
A. Approve unit price contracts for the purchase of bus brakes and suspension parts for a term of three years to the following:
‒ Clark Power Services,
‒ Muncie Transit Supply, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to two, one-year terms with possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for which the contracts were approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
Brent Cagle, CATS
Elizabeth Presutti, CATS
Explanation
§ These contracts will provide numerous bus brake and suspension parts for ongoing maintenance of the CATS bus fleet.
§ On March 25, 2026 the city issued an Invitation to Bid; seven bids were received.
§ Clarke Power Services and Muncie Transit Supply were selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidders.
§ Bus parts will be purchased on a as-needed basis under the contract terms.
§ At renewal, potential price adjustments may be considered based on legitimate and justified increases in the cost of doing business. The ability to consider price adjustments also allows the city to accept decreases, if warranted.
§ Annual aggregate expenditures are estimated to be $650,000.
Charlotte Business INClusion
Contract goals were not established for this contract because there were no certified MWSBEs available within the city’s database capable of performing the required work or providing the necessary goods. This determination was made based on a comprehensive search by CBI and relevant departments, utilizing the city’s vendor registration system, relevant market research, and an assessment of the work required by the contract.
Fiscal Note
Funding: CATS Operating Fund