City of Wausau CAD/AVL Hardware, Software and Professional Services Wausau Transit System.

The City of Wausau is seeking comprehensive proposals for CAD/AVL (Computer-Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location) hardware, software, and professional services for the Wausau Area Transit System. The procurement encompasses a broad range of technological components including hardware such as annunciator systems, automatic passenger counters, CCTV security systems, on-board driver interfaces, and associated equipment. Software requirements include transit service design platforms, system supervisory software, driver scheduling applications, and data management solutions. Professional services must cover comprehensive support including installation, training, operational guidance, maintenance, and security protocols for all proposed hardware and software components. The solicitation requires detailed proposals to be submitted by January 15, 2026, at 4:00 PM, with a final deadline for submitting questions set for December 15, 2026. Interested vendors should direct all communications and proposal submissions to Ronald Schuenke via email at Ronald.schuenke@wausauwi.gov.

While specific set-aside designations or disadvantaged enterprise requirements are not explicitly detailed in the procurement notice, potential respondents should be prepared to demonstrate comprehensive technological capabilities and transit system integration expertise. The procurement appears focused on replacing or upgrading existing transit system technology infrastructure, suggesting potential integration challenges with current systems. No specific budget range or potential contract value was disclosed in the original solicitation. Vendors will likely need to demonstrate extensive experience in transit technology solutions, with particular emphasis on comprehensive system design, implementation, and ongoing support capabilities. The project represents a significant technological investment for the Wausau Area Transit System, requiring vendors to showcase robust, scalable solutions that can effectively modernize and enhance transit operational capabilities.