Louisiana Procurement and Contract Network #CATS-2026-BusShelter-004

CATS solicitation for Tolar bus shelters and included amenities

Capital Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking bids for bus stop shelters for its Baton Rouge-area transit system. - Government buyer: Capital Area Transit System (CATS), Procurement Department, serving East Baton Rouge Parish and Baton Rouge, Louisiana. - Primary OEM: Tolar is named for the specified shelters, benches, and trash receptacles; approved-equal products may be offered. - Requested products: - 25 12-foot hip-roof, non-advertising shelters, Tolar part number 19256-00. - Each shelter includes an 8-foot perforated metal bench, Tolar part number 12103-121; a 20-gallon pole-mounted trash receptacle with hinged, covered lid, Tolar part number 1578-01; and solar security lighting. - The lighting specification calls for a roof-mounted security light, an 8-watt LED fixture, 80-watt solar panels, and an integrated battery enclosure. The system must operate autonomously for at least five days. - Notable requirements: Shelters must meet ADA and Buy America requirements. A 10% DBE participation goal applies, and delivery within 12 weeks after purchase order issuance is preferred. - Additional purchasing: CATS may order up to 25 additional shelters during two option years. Prices may increase by 2.5% annually in years two and three, with a maximum total increase of 5%.

Description

Capital Area Transit System is soliciting bids for bus stop shelters through an Invitation to Bid. Bids are due November 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM CDT and may be submitted by mail or courier, email, or through Central Bidding. The solicitation states that a signed bidder signatory page must accompany the submission; failure to provide it will result in rejection. Written questions are due by email on October 30, 2026, with CATS responses planned by addendum on November 6, 2026.

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