Description
The Capital Area Transit System (CATS) is seeking qualified contractors to supply, deliver, and install aluminum bus stop shelters at various locations within the Baton Rouge, LA service area. The contract will be funded in part by the Federal Transit Administration, requiring compliance with DBE participation goals, Buy‑America requirements, and a suite of insurance and bonding provisions. Bidders must submit a complete bid package—including signatory pages, insurance certificates, and required certifications—by the deadline. The solicitation emphasizes strict adherence to technical specifications (Aluminum Association standards, AWS welding standards, ADA accessibility, and relevant ASTM/ASCE codes) and mandates that all materials meet domestic content thresholds.
• Scope: Fabrication, delivery, and installation of standard‑design bus shelters (aluminum structure, ADA‑compliant features).
• Funding: Partial Federal Transit Administration grant; DBE participation goal of 10 %.
• Mandatory requirements: Insurance (minimum $1 M general liability, workers’ comp, auto, professional liability), Buy‑America compliance, DBE certification, contractor licensing.
• Submission: Bid due 16 Nov 2026 10:00 am CDT (mail or electronic). Questions due 30 Oct 2026.
• Evaluation: Most responsive and responsible bidder; award subject to CATS Board approval.