Track open bid opportunities, contracts, public meetings, and key contacts for Centre Area Transportation Authority.
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Posted
Oct 9, 2026
Nov 3, 2026
An authority is seeking quotes for real estate consulting services. The consulting work is focused on legislative advocacy and stakeholder relations. Quotes must be submitted electronically by November 3, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. EST.
Posted
Sep 8, 2026
Oct 22, 2026
Seeking a partner that will implement solutions for new hire garments and the annual voucher program. The uniform rental services are outside the scope of this contract and not a part of this solicitation. All garments have the CATA logo embroidered on the left breast.
Key metrics and characteristics
City
The city where this buyer is located.
State College
County
The county where this buyer is located.
Centre
Address
Physical address of this buyer.
2081 W Whitehall Rd
Phone Number
Contact phone number for this buyer.
(814) 238-2282
Zip Code
Postal code for this buyer's location.
16801
Propensity to Spend
How likely this buyer is to spend on new technology based on operating budget trends.
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Startup Friendliness
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Latest Budget Year
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Centre Area Transportation Authority
The board meeting covered a wide range of operational and administrative updates, including ridership performance, new branding experiments with bus designs, and fleet replacement planning. The board reviewed updates on agreements with Penn State University, real estate consulting service proposals, and infrastructure projects like the College and Allen bus shelter. Key actions included the approval of several quarterly performance and finance reports, the expansion of the youth fare-free program to an annual benefit, and the authorization of contracts for power supply and building exterior painting. Additionally, revisions to drug and alcohol policies for both safety-sensitive and non-safety-sensitive employees were approved.
The Board discussed public concerns regarding the transparency and operational parameters of a proposed AI-monitored Dashcam Telematics system. Operational updates provided by the CEO included details on fall training schedules, facility construction progress, recent community engagement events, and utilization metrics for youth passes and bus WiFi services. The Board authorized multi-year contracts for gasoline and diesel fuel supply and for Dashcam Telematics technology. Additionally, the meeting included a review of systemwide ridership and performance data for the previous fiscal year, as well as the acceptance of the 2026 Compensation and Benefits Study.
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The board discussed the draft budget, which covers staffing requirements, service hours, and operational expenses. Key proposals include a 14% fare increase for most services, with a 6% increase for specific ride programs, and adjustments for football shuttle services. The budget also accounts for rising utility costs, potential playoff game impacts, and increased security requirements. Capital budget projections indicate no anticipated increase in grant funding.
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