City of Fresno PlanetBids #072926SF

Sole Source GIS Map Update for Trapeze Transit Software

This opportunity concerns the City of Fresno's intent to award a sole source contract for GIS map updates to its transit management system. - Government Buyer: - City of Fresno, Fresno Area Express (FAX), Contracting Officer: Sharlee Flores - OEM Highlight: - Trapeze Software Group, Inc. is the sole OEM and vendor for this procurement - Products/Services Requested: - GIS map data updates for the proprietary Trapeze software system - Supports fixed-route scheduling, paratransit dispatch, and automated vehicle location (AVL) infrastructure - No part numbers or specific quantities provided - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Trapeze Software Group, Inc. exclusively owns the source code and APIs for the system - Only Trapeze can modify or install data packages into the system due to proprietary restrictions - The update is critical to maintain routing accuracy, comply with updated zoning, and prevent dispatch failures - The City invites statements from qualified suppliers, but technical and legal restrictions make competition unfeasible - Estimated contract value: $17,145

Description

This notice announces the intent to award a sole source contract to Trapeze Software Group, Inc. for GIS map updates related to the Trapeze software used by Fresno Area Express (FAX) for fixed-route scheduling, paratransit dispatch, and automated vehicle location. The contract is necessary due to proprietary architecture and source code restrictions that prevent other vendors from integrating with the existing system. The estimated contract value is $17,145. Responses from qualified suppliers are due by August 7, 2026, and must be submitted in paper format.

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