AGENDA FOR MASS TRANSIT DEPARTMENT BOARD MEETING

300 N. Campbell, Council Chambers, City Hall

Tuesday, March 7, 2017 @ 10:00 a.m.

 

AND

 

LEGISLATIVE REVIEW MEETING OF THE WHOLE

300 N. Campbell, City Hall Main Conference Room, 2nd Floor

Monday, March 6, 2017 @ 9:00 a.m.

 

After the meeting is convened, the Mass Transit Department Board shall consider the following items no sooner than the designated time, but may consider them at a later time:

 

ROLL CALL

 

*At any time during the Mass Transit Department Board meeting, the Mass Transit Department Board may meet in executive session pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, to discuss items as permitted by law.

 

 

CALL TO THE PUBLIC – PUBLIC COMMENT

 

This time is reserved for members of the public who would like to address the  Mass Transit Department Board on items that are not on the Mass Transit Department Board Agenda.

 

A sign-up form is available on line at http://www.elpasotexas.gov/municipal-clerk/forms for those who wish to sign up in advance of the meeting date.  A sign-up form is available outside the City Council Chambers at the City Clerk table for those who wish to sign up on the day of the meeting.  Requests to speak must be received by 8:00 a.m. on the date of the meeting.  30 Minutes total is allotted for speakers. Three to five minutes may be allowed for each speaker.

 

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC

 

All matters listed under the CONSENT AGENDA, including those on the Addition to the Agenda, will be considered by Mass Transit Department Board to be routine and will be enacted by one motion unless separate discussion is requested by Board Members.  Prior to the vote, members of the audience may ask questions regarding items on the consent agenda.  When the vote has been taken, if an item has not been called out for separate discussion, the item has been approved.  The Mass Transit Department Board may, however, reconsider any item at any time during the meeting.

 

 

CONSENT AGENDA – APPROVAL OF MINUTES

 

Strategic Goal 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community

 

1.        Approve the Minutes for Special Mass Transit Board Meeting held on February 7, 2017
(Attachment)

 

CONSENT AGENDA – EXCUSE ABSENT MASS TRANSIT DEPARTMENT BOARD MEMBERS

 

Strategic Goal 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

 

2.        Request to excuse the following absent Board Member(s): name(s)

 

 

CONSENT AGENDA – BEST VALUE PROCUREMENT

 

Strategic Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network

 

3.        The award of Solicitation No. 2017-599 (Grounds Maintenance) to Green Scene, Inc. for an initial term estimated award of $139,934.25.

 

Department:                        Mass Transit (Sun Metro)

Award to:                             Green Scene, Inc.

                                            El Paso, TX

Item(s):                                All

Initial Term:                         3 years

Option to Extend:                None

Annual Estimated Award:    $46,644.75

Total Estimated Award:       $139,934.25 (3 years)

Account No.:                       560-60050-522210-3200-P6018

            Funding Source:                  Sun Metro Miscellaneous Operating Funds

District(s):                            All

 

This is a Best Value, service contract.

 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Mass Transit (Sun Metro) recommend award as indicated to Green Scene, Inc., the bidder offering the best value bid. In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

 

Bruce D. Collins, Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Director 212-1181

Jay Banasiak, Mass Transit (Sun Metro) Director 212-3301

(Attachment)

 

CONSENT AGENDA – PURCHASING REQUESTS

 

Strategic Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network

 

4.        Request that the Purchasing Director for Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order to Advanced Security Contractors, Inc. (ASC)., a contractor under Region 19 15-7122 Electronic Surveillance and Locking Systems- ESC Region 19- Allied States Cooperative (ASC) for the purchase of IT equipment, electrical, and installation services for Sun Metro facilities in the amount not to exceed $426,913.51. The City has made the determination that purchasing from this cooperative offers the most cost-effective pricing.

 

The participation by the City of El Paso in the Region 19 cooperative was approved by Mayor and City Council on August 19, 2014.

 

Deparment:                                         Mass Transit Deparment (Sun Metro)

Award to Vendor:                                Advance Security Contractors, Inc.

                                                            El Paso, Texas

Total Estimated Award:                      $426,913.51

Account No.:                                       580540-560-3210-60070-PCP09MT100

Funding Source:                                 Sun Metro Miscellaneous Grant funds

District(s):                                            All

Reference No:                                    2017-897

                                                                                               

This is a Cooperative, service contract.

 

Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.

 

Bruce D. Collins, Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Director 212-1181

Jay Banasiak, Mass Transit (Sun Metro) Director 212-3301
(Attachment)

 

REGULAR AGENDA – PURCHASING REQUESTS

 

Strategic Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network

 

5.        Discussion and action on the request that the Director of the Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department be authorized to issue a Purchase Order(s) to SPX Corporation dba Genfare, the sole source provider of proprietary components for the Genfare ticket vending and machines in Sun Metro’s facilities, for the purchase of three (3) Ticket Vending Machines (TVM) and parts as needed to repair and maintain the TVM’s for an amount not to exceed $205,936.32, with the stipulation that the vendor provides an updated sole source letter and affidavit each year.

 

Department:                                        Mass Transit Deparment (Sun Metro)

Award to:                                             SPX Corporation dba Genfare

                                                            Elk Grove Village, IL

Total Estimated Award:                      $205,936.32

Account No.:                                       580100-560-3210-60070-PCP09MT0070-TIGER grant

                                                            580100-560-3210-60070-PCP11MT030-Mesa RTS

Funding Source:                                 Sun Metro Miscellaneous Operating funds

District(s):                                            All

Sole Source No.:                                2017-873

 

This is a Sole Source, supplies contract.

 

Bruce D. Collins, Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Director 212-1181

Jay Banasiak, Mass Transit (Sun Metro) Director 212-3301
(Attachment)

 

REGULAR AGENDA – BIDS

 

Strategic Goal 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network

 

6.        Discussion and action on the award of Solicitation No. 2016-804 (Bus Tire Mileage Rental) to Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC. for an initial term estimated award of $1,342,746.68.  The award is to include a two (2) year optional amount of $907,604.08 for a total five (5) year award of $ 2,250,350.76.

 

Department:                                        Deparment Name

Vendor:                                               Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC.

                                                            Nashville, TN

Item(s):                                                All

Initial Term:                                         3 years

Option to Extend:                                2 years

Estimated Annual Amount:                 $439,464.76 - Year 1

$447,639.27 - Year 2

$455,642.65 - Year 3

Initial Term Estimated Award:             $1,342,746.68 (3 years)

Option Year 4:                                     $453,802.04

Option Year 5:                                     $453,802.04

Option Years Total:                            $907,604.08

Total Estimated Award:                       $2,250,350.76 (5 years)

Account No.:                                       560 – 60050 - 524070 – 3215 – P6017 / G56016TX01          

Funding Source:                                 Sun Metro Operating Funds

District(s):                                            All

 

This is a low bid, service contract.

 

The Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Department and Mass Transit Department (Sun Metro) recommend award as indicated to Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations, LLC., the lowest responsive, responsible bidder.

 

The City of El Paso’s Terms and Conditions are in place under this contract. In accordance with this award the City Manager or designee is authorized to exercise future options if needed.

 

Additionally, it is requested that the City Attorney's Office review and that the City Manager be authorized to execute any related contract documents and agreements necessary to effectuate this award.

 

Bruce D. Collins, Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Director 212-1181

Jay Banasiak, Mass Transit (Sun Metro) Director 212-3301
(Attachment)

 

 

 

EXECUTIVE SESSION

 

The Mass Transit Department Board of the City of El Paso may retire into EXECUTIVE SESSION pursuant to Section 3.5A of the El Paso City Charter and the Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, Subchapter D, to discuss any of the following: (The items listed below are matters of the sort routinely discussed in Executive Session, but the Mass Transit Department Board of the City of El Paso may move to Executive Session any of the items on this agenda, consistent with the terms of the Open Meetings Act.) The Mass Transit Department Board will return to open session to take any final action and may also, at any time during the meeting, bring forward any of the following items for public discussion, as appropriate.

 

Section 551.071 CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY

Section 551.072 DELIBERATION REGARDING REAL PROPERTY

Section 551.073 DELIBERATION REGARDING PROSPECTIVE GIFTS

Section 551.074 PERSONNEL MATTERS

Section 551.076 DELIBERATION REGARDING SECURITY DEVICES

Section 551.087 DELIBERATIONS REGARDING ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT


NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC:

Sign Language interpreters will be provided for this meeting upon request. Requests must be made to the Mass Transit Department 212-3301 a minimum of 24 hours prior to the posted date and time of this meeting. Copies of this agenda will be provided in Braille, large print, or audiotape upon requests made a minimum of 48 hours prior to the date and time of the meeting.

 

Hearing Assistance Devices are available upon request.

 

MASS TRANSIT BOARD AGENDAS ARE PLACED ON THE INTERNET THE THURSDAY PRIOR TO EACH MEETING AT THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS: http://www.sunmetro.net/

 

 

 

 

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Strategic Goal No. 1: Create an Environment Conducive to Strong, Sustainable Economic Development

Strategic Goal No. 2: Set the Standard for a Safe and Secure City

Strategic Goal No. 3: Promote the Visual Image of El Paso

Strategic Goal No. 4: Enhance El Paso’s Quality of Life through Recreational, Cultural and Educational Environments

Strategic Goal No. 5: Promote Transparent and Consistent Communication Amongst All Members of the Community

Strategic Goal No. 6: Set the Standard for Sound Governance and Fiscal Management

Strategic Goal No. 7: Enhance and Sustain El Paso’s Infrastructure Network

Strategic Goal No. 8: Nurture and Promote a Healthy, Sustainable Community