Partner with CATS to Enhance Charlotte’s Transit System

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Facilities division anticipates contracting out Bus fueling and pneumatic pumping equipment and system operations.  This would include all materials, equipment, labor, and supervision required to perform necessary PM and repair work.  CATS uses multiple fueling stations and pneumatic equipment between two facilities.  This would be a 3-year contract with the option of two 1-year renewals.

PSR # 1980

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) rail operations division anticipates soliciting for bulk fluids.  These include six (6) gallon drums of 75w90 and 800 gallons of Aeroshell 31.

PSR # 1967

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking a Company to perform Americans with Disability Act (ADA) required complementary paratransit passenger service to augment the existing Special Transportation Service (STS). The Company will meet all Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal
Transit Administration (FTA) and ADA requirements in the safe and efficient service of the assigned passengers.

In accordance with the ADA, CATS offers complementary paratransit services to individuals who, because of a disability (physical, cognitive, or visual), cannot access fixed routes buses. The ADA defines eligibility for complementary Paratransit service in 49 CFR Section 37.123 of the federal regulations.
CATS operates the paratransit system, which is a pre-scheduled, shared-ride, origin to destination service.

This is a nonexclusive agreement. CATS reserves the right to certify other eligible private transportation service companies that apply to participate in the Program.

The term “customer” shall refer to CATS applicants and/or existing CATS clients and their companions or Personal Care Attendants (PCA). The term “CATS Transit System” shall refer to both CATS’ accessible fixed route bus and CATS’ accessible light rail.

The Company shall be responsible for transporting CATS paratransit eligible customers in accordance with the ADA. Disability alone does not determine paratransit eligibility; the decision is based on the customer’s functional ability to use the fixed-route bus and is not a medical decision.

CATS service area is 741 sq. miles and paratransit service consists of over 5,000 eligible passengers and 2,500 active passengers with at least one ride in past 12 months. With currently 700+ scheduled rides per weekday and 200+ on weekends. 25% of trips scheduled involve a customer with a mobility device. As the COVID-19 pandemic ridership is returning to pre-pandemic levels

While the City is flexible with respect to certain elements of the Special Transportation Services (STS) ADA Paratransit Services, the City has specific requirements and preferences for the Service delivery method.

PSR #1510

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Marketing division anticipates contracting out the services of a qualified Transit Advertising Agency to manage, sell, and execute advertising placements across CATS assets, including buses, light rail vehicles, stations, and other designated transit properties. The selected agency will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive advertising sales strategy that maximizes revenue generation, ensures brand consistency, and aligns with CATS’ operational and community standards.

PSR #1984

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates requesting proposals in the near future from qualified consulting firms to provide Program Management and Advisor (PMA) services to support the oversight and implementation of a multi-phase, multi-billion-dollar transit capital program involving bus and rail expansion. This program encompasses planning, design, construction, and integration of major transit improvements over the next 30 years.

PSR # 1937

In July 2012, Congress authorized a new federal transportation bill, Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century (MAP-21), which consolidated two transit programs under previous legislation (Section 5310: “Transportation for Elderly Persons and Persons with Disabilities” and Section 5317: “New Freedom Program”) into a single: “Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities” (Section 5310). The purpose of this consolidated program is to provide funds for projects that serve the special needs of transit-dependent populations when traditional public transportation services are insufficient, unavailable, or inappropriate and programs that expand the transportation options beyond those required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

PSR # 1928

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates contracting out printing services for schedules, brochures, and other Marketing materials.  Printing services include the production of approximately 67 unique CATS route schedules and related brochure designs with an aggregate printing quantity of 500,000 to 750,000 annually.  Schedules are typically printed three times per year (January, May, and September) in conjunction with a cycle of route service changes implemented by CATS service planning.

PSR # 1886

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) anticipates contracting out the installation and integration of an Axle Counter System (ACS) into the existing CATS Blue Line Automatic Train Control System (ATCS) at the following locations.:
1. South Yard South Interlocking
2. South Yard North Interlocking
3. North Yard South Interlocking
4. North Yard North Interlocking
5. UNCC Interlocking
6. I-485 Interlocking
7. CTC/6th Street Interlocking
8. Old Concord Road Interlocking & Pumpernickle Crossing

PSR # 1894

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Bus Operations Division (BOD) anticipates contracting out FORD Engines and Parts. CATS maintains a fleet of Special Transportation buses that currently are manufactured by ARBOC Bus. Vendors would need to supply CATS with OEM parts. These parts include but are not limited to replacement engines, engines parts, transmissions, transmission parts, brakes parts, drive shafts, and suspension parts. This will be a three-year contract with two options of one year each.

PSR # 1888

The Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Bus Operations Division (BOD) anticipates contracting for fastener stocking service at both the South Tryon and North Davidson locations.  This would be a 7-year contract (5+1+1).

# 1863

The project will include construction up-fits at the North Yard Facility with intentions of utilizing the area as storage for CATS. The storage yard, also known as the North Yard Annex, will be a secured and monitored area with access control, security lighting, CCTV cameras, fencing, and power supply capable of providing climate control measures to material as needed.

PSR # 1840

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