Partner with CATS to Enhance Charlotte’s Transit System

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking qualified contractors to ensure the maintenance and repair of the Rail Operations infrastructure, specifically the Track and Overhead Catenary System (OCS). CATS is considering qualifications for On-Call Special Trackwork Services, OCS repair services, and Emergency On-Call Services for the Blue Line and Gold Line transit systems.

PSR # 1817

The current Blue Line (BL) Traction Power Substation’s Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear, (eight (8)), was put into service 16 years ago on November 4, 2007. The Maintenance of Way (MOW) department has exhausted its in-house spare parts for this system, which has become obsolete. The pad-mounted disconnect DC switchgear for the BL is required for a mid-life refresh. MOW is upgrading and refreshing the Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear equipment for the BL.

Scope:

Vendor will provide nine (9) 2kA pad-mounted DC disconnect switch line-ups at the locations specified in the drawings. All disconnect switch line-ups shall be pre-assembled and include the following components:

Exterior operating handle (for manual operation, pad-lockable in both the open and closed positions)
2kA rated bolted pressure switch
Glastic standoff insulators
Mechanical lugs
500 MCM mechanical lugs
Switch control circuit boards
Copper bus to switches
Limit switch for remote indication
Solenoid interlock
“MAC” switch nameplate with switch serial number and rating
AC Relays

The Pad Mounted Disconnect DC Switchgear is designed for installation on a concrete pad outdoors. It allows for the isolation of a power circuit by physically disconnecting the conductors, functioning as a large, weatherproof switch that can be operated safely without exposing live parts to the environment.

PSR # 1816

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) BOD division anticipates contracting for Paratransit vans with an order for 29 vehicles anticipated during Year 1 (i.e., 2025 to 2026).

PSR # 1826

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Facilities Division anticipates soliciting for specialty cleaning services to include detailing, cleaning, polishing, disinfecting, and sanitizing all CATS Facilities.  This includes restroom pressure washing using specialized tools and a proprietary process.

PSR # 1827

CATS is looking to contract general maintenance and repair services for various mechanical and electrical systems.  Contractor will need to be available at all times on an on-call basis.  Preventative services, along with routine maintenance and repair, are required.

PSR # 1783

The Charlotte Area Transit System is seeking contractors for the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Grant Program (Section 5310). Section 5310 funds are available for capital and operating expenses to support transportation projects that meet the special transportation needs of seniors (individuals 65 years and older) and individuals with disabilities. All projects must be situated in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Urbanized area and must be derived from the Coordinated Human Services Transportation Plan for the Charlotte Urbanized Area (FY2022-FY2027).

PSR # 1785

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates contracting out the repair, installation, and supply of interior and exterior doors, locks, and hardware.  CATS is responsible for security and controlled entry for a variety of municipal facilities, structures and assets with a range of uses including office, warehouse, storage, parking, and vehicle maintenance facilities.  CATS operates on a 24/7/365 basis and requires  24-hour emergency repair services, as well as the ability to provide additions and alterations to existing and new locations on an ongoing basis.

PSR # 1780

Pump Station Pit Cleaning and disposal services in Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS). The selected contractor will be responsible for the annual, optional, and emergency cleaning, removal, and disposal of material from pump station pits across various CATS Facilities. The scope of work includes specific equipment, safety, and disposal requirements.

PSR # 1781

The general scope of the offered three-year (3 years) contract shall
be to perform basic OSHA inspections, safety inspections, full·
service preventive maintenance, repairs of Its hoist and crane
equipment, and training.

PSR # 1761

Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is looking to contract out unit paving and repair services focusing on the following:

1. Clay brick pavers along sidewalks within public right of ways
2. Precast concrete pavers at Light Rail Station as shown on the plans, as well
   as at CATS Bus Stops and Facilities
3. Precast truncated dome pavers at all accessible ramp areas as indicated by
   CATS Management.
4. Replacement units where needed and as indicated by CATS
   Management

PSR # 1782

Waste Removal and Container Rental Services – The Company shall provide Charlotte Area Transit System with collection of disposal services for its non-hazardous waste and cardboard recyclables and provides rental containers at (5) Charlotte Area Transit System locations throughout Mecklenburg County. The Company is responsible for providing container rental, waste collection and disposal services of Waste and Recyclables for Charlotte Area Transit System. Each location may have multiple waste container requirements and service requirements.

PSR # 1757

This vehicle upfit will serve as a mobile town hall for community events and will be available for use by all city departments.  CATS will have first priority given the role CATS has served in bringing this mobile town hall to life.

PSR # 1729