DuPage County Transportation Committee Meeting, Tuesday 5/19/26

The DuPage County Transportation Committee met on May 19, 2026, to discuss and approve multiple procurement contracts and purchase orders related to the Division of Transportation (DOT). Key approvals included sole source contracts for OEM replacement parts and services from vendors such as Altec Incorporated, Vermeer, Interstate Power Systems, Henderson Products, and Altorfer Industries, with contract amounts ranging from $15,000 to $25,000 for the period June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027. The committee also approved a refuse disposal and recycling contract with Groot Industries not to exceed $50,000, and a fleet management software contract with Carasoft Technology Corporation for $70,987.01. A significant contract was awarded to FGM Architects for professional construction administration services for the Highway Maintenance Facility, totaling $2,205,584 through October 31, 2029. Additionally, a large construction bid was approved at approximately $84 million, which was below the engineer's estimate, with a 10% contingency added. An amendment to increase funding for Monroe Truck Equipment by $38,500 was also approved, bringing the total to $178,500. The committee expressed appreciation for the procurement process and the competitive bidding that resulted in favorable contract awards.