SUBJECT:
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Approval of a resolution authorizing the President & CEO, or her designee, to finalize and execute a contract with ABB Inc. for the upgrade of the propulsion control units on the Stadler Diesel Multiple Units (DMUs), in a total amount not to exceed $3,140,192, which includes 10% contingency.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding for this action is available in the FY2026 and proposed FY2027 Capital Budget.
STRATEGIC PLAN:
Strategic Goal Alignment:
? 1. Customer ? 2. Community
? 3. Workforce ? 4. Organizational Effectiveness
EXPLANATION OF STRATEGIC ALIGNMENT: This project supports CapMetro's strategic priorities by strengthening reliability, safety, and overall customer experience. Replacing obsolete propulsion control equipment with modern technology reduces the risk of service disruptions and improves fleet availability, helping ensure the delivery of reliable and safe transit service. The upgrade also advances the organization's culture of safety by incorporating updated components, improved diagnostics, and enhanced system performance. By minimizing unplanned downtime and improving operational consistency, the project contributes to a better customer experience while supporting long-term operational stability and asset management goals.
BUSINESS CASE: CapMetro's Stadler DMU fleet relies on obsolete propulsion controllers that are no longer supported, creating increasing risks to reliability and fleet availability. Limited replacement parts and aging equipment raise the likelihood of extended downtime, service disruptions, and higher maintenance costs. Without proactive replacement, these risks will continue to grow and impact safe, reliable operations.
To address this, CapMetro will upgrade the affected DMUs with next-generation propulsion control modules. This modernization will restore long-term supportability, reduce operational risk, improve reliability, and extend the fleet's service...
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