RFI-2022-ITIN-101 - RFI-2022-ITIN-101:Computer-Aided Dispatch/Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL)

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Solicitation Number: RFI-2022-ITIN-101
Computer-Aided Dispatch / Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL)
 
One of the key tenets of Metrolinx’s mission is the provision of access to fast, frequent, and reliable transportation. The Computer-Aided Dispatch / Automatic Vehicle Location (CAD/AVL) functionality has been a critical enabler in providing this to customers. CAD/AVL systems are solutions for modern transit systems to optimize and manage fleet operations in real time, while providing data for passengers with up-to-date information about their service, tracking vehicle location, schedules and enabling post-operational analytics.
With the advent of new technology and evolved processes since the implementation of the inaugural and current CAD/AVL system, Metrolinx is looking to gather information in order to better understand the technological landscape and possibilities currently in the market. Metrolinx is seeking a forward-thinking solution that provides the following services or functionalities (listed below) at minimum:
 

• Operational control and optimization: ability to monitor, track and make decisions on vehicles and resources in live time.
• Data and system integration: accurate and timely service data is generated and integrated with scheduling, live service information and forecasts.
• Agile platforms and devices: sustainable and efficient hardware and applications.