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OPERATIONS, SAFETY, AND CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE COMMITTEE
SEPTEMBER 15, 2022
Subject
SUBJECT: IGNITION CONTROL MODULE
Action
ACTION: APPROVE CONTRACT AWARD
Heading
RECOMMENDATION
Title
AUTHORIZE the Chief Executive Officer to award a two-year, Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) Contract No. MA86135000 to Cummins, Inc., who was the responsive and responsible bidder, for ignition control modules. The contract's first-year base amount is $548,316 inclusive of sales tax, and the one-year option amount is $562,024, inclusive of sales tax, for a total contract amount of $1,110,340, subject to resolution of protest(s), if any.
Issue
ISSUE
This procurement is for the acquisition of ignition control modules, which are computer controllers used on Cummins 8.9L ISLG near zero engines installed in Metro buses. This component is essential to the operation, control, and monitoring of the bus engine when in operation. The module controls the main functions of engine operation to ensure peak performance. The bus operating divisions replace the ignition control module upon failure, and it is imperative to have ignition control modules in stock to minimize service disruptions due to maintenance.
Award of this contract will ensure the operating divisions have adequate inventory to repair and maintain the buses according to Metro maintenance standards and are necessary to ensure service continuity and avoid any interruption to Metro operations.
Background
BACKGROUND
The ignition control module is the main controller for the operation of Cummins CNG engines on Metro buses. The ignition control module's function is to monitor, control, and adjust engine parameters to keep the engine running in compliance with certified performance and emissions standards. An operational ignition control module is essential to ensure the reliability and safety of our bus engines.
Discussion
DISCUSSION
The ignition control module is the main computer for t...
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