Authorizing Metro Transit to use Cummins, Inc.; Gillig, LLC, Transit Holding, Inc. (dba New Flyer); Clever Devices, Inc; Interstate Power Systems, Inc.; and SPX Corporation as sole source providers for bus parts that only they manufacture and are necessary for the full lifecycle of a bus.

Summary

The City Council is being asked to authorize Metro Transit to use five specific companies as sole source providers for bus parts. These companies are Cummins, Inc., Gillig, LLC, Transit Holding, Inc. (dba New Flyer), Clever Devices, Inc., Interstate Power Systems, Inc., and SPX Corporation. This authorization is necessary because these providers manufacture parts that are exclusively required for the full lifecycle of certain buses in the Metro Transit fleet, including specialized parts for electric buses and farebox systems. The projected spending over 10 years with these vendors totals $34,539,275. This approach aims to ensure the availability of quality, first-party parts and avoid issues associated with third-party vendors.

Citizen Impact

This item ensures continued maintenance and operation of the bus fleet by allowing Metro Transit to purchase necessary, proprietary parts directly from manufacturers. This supports reliable public transportation services for residents.

Confidence

high