Task 1: Comprehensive systems analysis of CARTA services. This task includes a thorough review of CARTA services, technology, facilities, infrastructure, and fleet. This task will also develop goals, objectives, and performance measures for the study. Selected consultant will have access to CARTA data and reporting including on time performance, AVL, APC, and farebox. Data from CARTA’s onboard survey and on to off counts completed in November 2024 will also be provided. Deliverables include Existing Conditions, Route Profiles, Market Analysis, Goals, Objectives, and Performance Measures. Task 2: Short range transit development plan (5-years): This task will include the development of service recommendations for CARTA to implement within 1 to 5 years to align with the start of revenue service for LCRT (December 2029). Recommendations will include bus detour routing during LCRT construction as well as service redesign upon revenue service start...
