SUBJECT:
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Approval of a resolution authorizing the President & CEO, or her designee, to finalize and execute a contract with Rio Grande Pacific Corporation for contracted Commuter Rail Maintenance of Way and Signal Systems services for a base period of five (5) years, plus two (2) two-year options, for a total contract amount not to exceed $145,826,753.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this action is available in the proposed FY2027 Operating Budget.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
Strategic Goal Alignment:
? 1. Customer ? 2. Community
? 3. Workforce ? 4. Organizational Effectiveness
EXPLANATION OF STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: This action will allow the CapMetro Rail maintenance of way and signal systems contractor to continue to foster a culture of safety, building a sound infrastructure that drives efficiency, resilience, and lasting performance through track and systems which encompass safe, reliable, and convenient rail transportation. The contractor will play a key role in delivering the mission as defined by the strategic plan.
BUSINESS CASE: The Rail department is responsible for coordinating the maintenance of way and signal systems activities of all CapMetro contractors for commuter rail services. This includes coordination of contract management, data collection, investigations, analysis and quality assurance activities for maintenance of way and signal.
The current contract that includes signal systems and maintenance of way expires in 2026. As the contract mechanism responsible for CapMetro's track and signal infrastructure this contractor will play a key role in delivering the mission as defined by the strategic plan. CapMetro staff recommends continuing to provide these functions by contract due to the nature of the services to be provided, which require extensive specialization and equipment.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION: This item will be presented to the full board on May 18, 2026.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: In...
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