Title
Upgrade Existing Transit Vehicle and Asset Management Software for Regional Transit System (RTS) (B)
This item is a request to authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an agreement with Fleet-Net Corporation for the Transit Vehicle and Asset Management software upgrade and associated services for the Regional Transit System (RTS).
Explanation
The Regional Transit System (RTS) has been using Fleet-Net Corporation Enterprise Resource Planning software solution since 1999. This program was implemented in DOS format. Fleet-Net Corporation has since updated its product service modules to a Windows based version that offers enhanced function s and features that will improve business processes related to Transit Vehicle and Asset Management, as well as, ensuring regulatory compliance. Because the current format is dated, the operating platform limits functionally. In addition, the Information Technology Department (IT) has expressed concerns about its ability to continue supporting this program in its current format. Due to the proprietary nature of this software developed by Fleet-Net Corporation specifically for public transportation providers, Fleet-Net Corporation is the sole source for these software upgrades and services.
Fiscal Note
Funding not to exceed $72,785 is available in the RTS FY2013 operating budget.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute an agreement with Fleet-Net Corporation for the Transit Vehicle and Asset Management software upgrade and associated services for the Regional Transit System (RTS), subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.