Waukesha Metro's commission accepted a low bid from Cummins Sales and Service to replace engines as part of two midlife bus rehabs. Commissioners voted to approve the award after staff presented the bids.

Transit staff said Cummins submitted the low bid at $43,326.77 per engine for two engines, a total of $86,653.54. Staff said Crete's bid was about $6,000 higher per engine and that Badger Truck did not submit a bid because it was undergoing a buyout. The commission's staff presentation said the two midlife rehabs were scheduled for this year.

Commissioner Payne moved to accept the Cummins bid; Commissioner Kevin Riley seconded. The commission voted in favor (recorded ayes included Steve Cassens and Kevin Riley). Staff recommended awarding the contract to Cummins as the low, responsive bidder; the commission approved that recommendation.

Staff said the award covers engine replacement work only and is part of the scheduled midlife rehabilitation program for the large buses. No contract number or additional financing details were specified in the meeting record.