Refuse and Recycling Collection Fleet Route Management Optimization

The City of Tucson has awarded a contract to Rubicon Global, LLC for Refuse and Recycling Collection Fleet Route Management Optimization. The contract includes the implementation of a routing, optimization, and customer service management system for the City's Solid Waste Division. The system will be hosted on a cloud platform and will include features such as GPS tracking, automated routing, and real-time monitoring. The contract has a duration of 2 years, with the option to renew. The total contract value is approximately $1,299,576.40. The City of Tucson will pay for the services through a combination of upfront and recurring payments. Some key features of the contract include: • Implementation of a routing, optimization, and customer service management system • Hosting on a cloud platform with security parameters to protect confidential information • Automated routing and real-time monitoring • GPS tracking and vehicle gateways • Camera connectors and forward-facing dash cameras • Professional services, including hardware installation, API integration, and launcher training/implementation • Annual recurring costs for software licenses and maintenance The contract also includes provisions for payment, termination, and audits. The City of Tucson has the right to terminate the contract at any time, with or without cause, with 30 days' advance written notice. The contract also includes a provision for audits, which will be performed by the City of Tucson or its authorized representatives.