CAT BUS INTERIOR REFURBISHMENT

The Chatham Area Transit Authority (CAT) is seeking qualified vendors to provide a complete turnkey interior refurbishment of up to nine (9) 2018‑model Gillig diesel coaches. The scope includes structural rehabilitation (floor replacement, sealing, corrosion protection), interior upgrades (new flooring, Gemini passenger seating with wheelchair‑secure Q‑Pod, dual USB/USB‑C charging outlets, wheelchair ramp replacement or lift), and full documentation, testing, and warranty deliverables. The contract is expected to run for three years, with a submission deadline of 23 Oct 2026 and award notification on 18 Nov 2026. Evaluation will weight professional qualifications, past performance, capacity, and price (each 30‑20‑20‑30%). DBE participation is required, and the project must comply with ADA, FTA, FMVSS, and Buy‑America regulations. • Refurbish up to 9 Gillig 2018 diesel coaches (complete interior & structural work) • Replace plywood flooring, install marine‑grade plywood, seal structural members • Install new Gemini seating, wheelchair‑secure Q‑Pod, and 16 dual USB/USB‑C outlets • Replace or install wheelchair ramp/lift meeting ADA standards • Provide testing, inspection reports, warranties, and as‑built documentation • Contract length: 3 years; anticipated budget likely in the low‑to‑mid‑million‑dollar range • Mandatory DBE compliance; evaluation based on qualifications, performance, capacity, and price