Title
CATS Bus Particulate Filters and Catalysts
Action
Action:
A. Approve unit price contracts for the purchase of particulate filters and catalyst bus engine parts for an initial term of three years to the following:
‒ Michael White Associates,
‒ TLG Charlotte, and
B. Authorize the City Manager to renew the contracts for up to one, two-year term with possible price adjustments and to amend the contracts consistent with the purpose for which the contracts were approved.
Body
Staff Resource(s):
John Lewis, CATS
Allen Smith, III, CATS
Explanation
§ These contracts will provide engine filters and catalysts for Charlotte Area Transit System’s bus fleet. Filters and catalyst bus engine parts will be purchased on an as-need basis under the contract terms.
§ On February 28, 2020, the city issued an Invitation to Bid; six bids were received.
§ Michael White Associates and TLG Charlotte were selected as the lowest responsive, responsible bidders.
§ Annual expenditures are estimated to be $905,000 per year.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
No goals shall be established on contracts where: (a) there are no subcontracting opportunities identified for the contract; or (b) there are no DBEs certified to perform the scopes of work that the
city regards as realistic opportunities for subcontracting.
These contracts meet the provision (a) - No subcontracting opportunities
Fiscal Note
Funding: CATS Operating Budget