Rail Geometry Testing

Anticipated Posting Date: 2026-04-01

Reference number2026-Q2(Apr-Jun)-CATS-20397
StatusUpcoming
SummaryThe Charlotte Area Transit System (CATS) Rail Division is developing a comprehensive automated track inspection program to identify, assess, and mitigate track geometry defects in accordance with industry standards and internal maintenance protocols.

CATS anticipates contracting out this service, which includes but is not limited to the following:

Collecting and recording all required geometry measurements listed above
Operating in hi-rail mode to ensure full system accessibility
Utilizing advanced sensors, measuring systems, and data management platforms to generate accurate track profiles
Analyzing collected data in real time during testing operations
Performing immediate manual verification of suspect indications in the field

PSR # 2049

Requirements

The City requires the awarded vendor(s) to obtain and maintain the following insurance coverage types:

Automobile-For automobile operations liability
General Liability-For bodily injury or property damage, arising from products, premises, completed work, personal & advertising injury
Workers Compensation-For lost wages and medical expenses of injured workers

The total project value is anticipated to be:

The term of the project is anticipated to be:

Karley Shaffer

Department: Charlotte Area Transit System - General Services

Commodity Code(s): 93600, 99255