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Contract Award to MV Transportation, Inc. for ADA Paratransit Service in City of Gainesville and Alachua County (B)
This item is a request to approve the recommended award and execute a contract with MV Transportation, Inc. for ADA Paratransit Service in City of Gainesville and Alachua County.
Explanation
On February 8, 2019, the City’s Procurement Division solicited Request for Proposals (RFP) to provide ADA Paratransit service in City of Gainesville and Alachua County. The RFP process was implemented in compliance with, and as required by, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Florida Statutes, and City of Gainesville policies.
The bid documents were uploaded to Demandstar for bidder notification/downloading. Four bids were received by the submittal deadline. The highest ranked bidder, MV Transportation, Inc., was found to be responsive and responsible. RTS desires to enter into a contract with MV Transportation, Inc. for five (5) years.
Fiscal Note
Funds in the amount of approximately $1.4 million have been provided by federal grants and budgeted by RTS for the provision of ADA Paratransit Services.
Recommendation
The City Commission authorize the interim City Manager or designee to execute a contract with MV Transportation, Inc., for ADA Paratransit Service in City of Gainesville and Alachua County, subject to approval by the City Attorney as to form and legality.