Platteville Municode #24-26

Platteville Fixed-Route Bus Service Contract (24-26)

This opportunity is for contractors to provide fixed-route bus service for the City of Platteville, managed by the Department of Public Works. - Government Buyer: - City of Platteville, Department of Public Works - Contact: Ryan Kowalski, Assistant Director of Public Works - Scope of Services: - Operation of two fixed-route bus lines within Platteville - Service must run six days a week, with seasonal adjustments (no service in June, July, August) - Vehicles must be ADA-compliant and model year 2019 or newer - Contractor must supply at least two vehicles, dispatch and communication systems, driver training, maintenance, and record-keeping - All operating and administrative costs included - Compliance with federal requirements: Buy America Act (for rolling stock over $150,000), FMVSS, ADA, drug and alcohol testing, and Section 5311 funding regulations - Pricing submitted for each contract year; annual adjustments based on CPI-U - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strict adherence to federal clauses and certifications - Public accessibility and ADA compliance - Contractor must demonstrate experience in demand-responsive transit - Municipality may discontinue options with 90 days' notice; contract extensions up to 90 days allowed for transition - No specific OEMs or vendors named; contractor must provide compliant vehicles and systems - Firm-fixed price contract with two-year base period and three one-year option periods

Description

The City of Platteville is seeking sealed proposals for Contract 24-26 to provide fixed-route bus service within the specified service area. The service must operate on a fixed schedule and comply with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines, ensuring availability to the public. Proposals are due by October 8, 2026, and must be submitted to the Office of the Director of Public Works. The contract includes a base period of two years with three one-year option periods, and the service is federally funded with specific federal clauses applicable.

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