File #: RES-25:056    Version: 1 Name: CONTRACT WITH TRIPSPARK TECHNOLOGIES FOR JONESBORO ECONOMIC TRANSIT SYSTEM ROUTING SOFTWARE AND SERVICES
Type: Resolution Status: Passed
File created: 5/21/2025 In control: Finance & Administration Council Committee
On agenda: Final action: 6/3/2025
Title: A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH TRIPSPARK TECHNOLOGIES FOR JONESBORO ECONOMIC TRANSIT SYSTEM ROUTING SOFTWARE AND SERVICES
Sponsors: JETS
Indexes: Contract
Attachments: 1. Jonesboro Transit System Supply and Support Agreement Streets 22 05 25.pdf

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A RESOLUTION TO APPROVE A CONTRACT WITH TRIPSPARK TECHNOLOGIES FOR JONESBORO ECONOMIC TRANSIT SYSTEM ROUTING SOFTWARE AND SERVICES

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WHEREAS, JET leadership has assessed options for improving ridership accessibility, efficiency and customer service components as part of continued efforts to best serve residents and visitors of Jonesboro; and

WHEREAS, a contract has been negotiated with TripSpark Technologies to enhance their current operating agreement and provide software and services for rider enhancements, routing logistics and shelter notification and information equipment; and

WHEREAS, funding to satisfy the contract was approved by City Council in resolutions 25-034 and 25-036; and

WHEREAS, implementation of this contract will enhance rider experience and provide needed software for current and planned routing increases.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CITY OF JONESBORO, ARKANSAS THAT:

SECTION 1. The Jonesboro City Council approves a contract not to exceed $1,329,955 with TripSpark Technologies

SECTION 2. Funding for the fulfillment of the contract will be provided by Section 5307 and 5339 FTA funds.

SECTION 3. Section 3.  The Mayor and the City Clerk are hereby authorized by the City Council for the City of Jonesboro to execute all documents necessary to effectuate this contract.

PASSED AND APPROVED THIS 3RD DAY OF JUNE 2025.