Lawton Transit Trust Authority
Regular MeetingLawton, OK · July 14, 2026
Agenda
City of Lawton Lawton City Hall
212 SW 9th Street
Lawton, Oklahoma
Lawton Transit Trust 73501-3944
Authority
Special Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 6:00 PM Lawton City Hall
Wayne Gilley Auditorium
Meeting Called to Order
"Official action can be taken only on items which appear on the agenda. The Authority may
adopt, approve, ratify, deny, defer, recommend, or continue any agenda item. The Authority may
also propose and enact floor amendments to any matter presented before them. When more
information is needed to act on an item, the Authority may refer the matter to the City Manager
or the City Attorney. The Authority may also refer items to standing committees of the Council
or a board, commission, or authority for additional study. Under certain circumstances, items are
deferred to a specific later date or stricken from the agenda entirely."
Roll Call
Business Items
1. Consider issuing a Request for Proposals for a consultant to provide
management services for the Lawton Area Transit System, and select a
committee to review the proposals.
Adjournment
The City of Lawton encourages participation from all of its citizens. If participation at any
public meeting is not possible due to a disability, notification to the City Clerk at (580) 581-
3305 at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting is encouraged to make the necessary
accommodations. The City may waive the 48 hour rule if interpreters for the deaf (signing) is
not the necessary accommodation."
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City of Lawton Lawton City Hall
212 SW 9th Street
Lawton, Oklahoma
Lawton Transit Trust 73501-3944
Authority
Special Meeting Agenda
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 6:00 PM Lawton City Hall
Wayne Gilley Auditorium
Meeting Called to Order
"Official action can be taken only on items which appear on the agenda. The Authority may
adopt, approve, ratify, deny, defer, recommend, or continue any agenda item. The Authority may
also propose and enact floor amendments to any matter presented before them. When more
information is needed to act on an item, the Authority may refer the matter to the City Manager
or the City Attorney. The Authority may also refer items to standing committees of the Council
or a board, commission, or authority for additional study. Under certain circumstances, items are
deferred to a specific later date or stricken from the agenda entirely."
Roll Call
Business Items
1. Consider issuing a Request for Proposals for a consultant to provide
management services for the Lawton Area Transit System, and select a
committee to review the proposals.
Adjournment
The City of Lawton encourages participation from all of its citizens. If participation at any
public meeting is not possible due to a disability, notification to the City Clerk at (580) 581-
3305 at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting is encouraged to make the necessary
accommodations. The City may waive the 48 hour rule if interpreters for the deaf (signing) is
not the necessary accommodation."
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Item Title:
Consider issuing a Request for Proposals for a consultant to provide management services for the
Lawton Area Transit System, and select a committee to review the proposals.
Initiator: Christine James, Director
Information Source: Christine James, Director
Background:
The current contract for transit management services of the Lawton Area Transit System (LATS)
was approved in December 2019 for a term of five years and extended for two additional years.
The current management contract will expire on November 30, 2026.
It is recommended that a committee composed of three Trust members, the City Manager, and
the Planning Department Director be formed to review the proposals. Proposals will be due on
September 3, 2026, and following that date, the committee will meet to review and score the
proposals and provide a recommendation to the Transit Trust for award of the contract.
Correlation to the True North Statement:
Exhibit:
LATS Management Request for Proposals Final
Key Issues:
Funding Source:
FTA Section 5307 funds and Local Match (already budgeted)
Recommended Action:
Approve issuing a Request for Proposals for a consultant to provide management services for the
Lawton Area Transit System, and select a committee to review the proposals.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. LATS Management Request for Proposals Final
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Request for Proposals for Transit Management Services
Introduction
The City Transit Trust (CTT) of the City of Lawton, Oklahoma, is soliciting proposals from
qualified and experienced firms for the operation and management of its public transportation
system known as the Lawton Area Transit System (LATS).
CTT oversees a mid-sized transit system serving a community of approximately 90,000
residents, including the adjacent Fort Sill military installation. LATS operates with a team of
approximately 45 employees and provides both fixed-route and complementary paratransit
services.
The selected management contractor will be required to provide an Oklahoma corporation to
conduct management and operations. All LATS personnel, with the exception of the General
Manager, will be employed by the private Oklahoma corporation.
All functions necessary to operate LATS will be provided by the management contractor’s local
management team. The CTT will provide only indirect staff support from City employees. The
emphasis of this contract will be to maximize both the management and operational services as
effectively as possible. Subject to budgetary limitations, the CTT and Federal Transit
Administration will pay for all costs arising from the operation of the system.
The CTT intends to award a five-year management contract to the responsive and responsible
firm which the CTT deems to offer the most advantageous proposal, with price and other factors
considered. There will be an option to extend the contract for two additional years. Negotiations
to extend the contract will begin at the end of the fourth year. Proposals shall include the cost for
the extension.
Procedures for selection and award will be in accordance with provisions of FTA Circular
4220.1F.
Proposed Schedule
Issue RFP July 15, 2026
Deadline for Questions August 21, 2026
Proposals Due September 3, 2026
Interviews (tentative) September 21 - Oct 1, 2026
Award of Contract October 13, 2026
Start of Contract Dec 1, 2026
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Background
LATS serves the Lawton-Fort Sill community which has a population of 90,381 according to the
2020 Census. LATS began operations in 2002 and offers fixed route transit and complementary
paratransit services. LATS currently operates Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. and
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. There is no service on Sunday. LATS operates a network of
eight fixed routes with 8 buses operating on Monday through Friday and six buses on Saturday.
LATS makes flag stops for passengers standing on the street along the fixed routes. Bus passes,
transfers, and correct fares are collected in the fare box. Reduced fares are available for medical
patients, elderly, military, and students. All routes run through the Downtown Transfer Center
located on the north side of the 400 block of SW B Avenue. LATS serves all major shopping
areas and medical facilities. Every Lawton Public Schools middle and high school is on a LATS
route, and Lawton Public School (LPS) system has a contract with LATS that all LPS students
and teachers ride for free. LATS buses provide service to Fort Sill through our Fort Sill Shuttle,
which is an on-demand shuttle service. This includes service to the Post Main Exchange,
Commissary, and Reynolds Army Community Hospital. LATS also provides a complementary
paratransit service. This is an appointment based, shared ride curb-to-curb service which carries
eligible passengers to their destinations.
The CTT owns all capital equipment and transit facilities. The fixed route fleet is composed of
15 Gillig low floor buses with factory installed ramps. Paratransit services are conducted by 5
paratransit buses and 3 paratransit vans. Shop vehicles include 3 pickups. There is a sedan and 2
vans for supervisors. The leased maintenance facilities at 611 SW Bishop Road includes
administrative offices and maintenance shop. The CTT owns a bulk diesel fuel depot for the
transit system.
Appendix A shows fixed route ridership from December 2024 through December 2025;
Appendix B shows fixed route revenue from December 2024 through December 2025; Appendix
C is the FY 2025-2026 Budget; Appendix D is the FY 2026-2027 Estimated Cost Allocation
Plan; Appendix E is the Fleet Inventory Sample; Appendix F is the Organizational Chart for
LATS; Appendix G is the Route Map; and Appendix H is the sample contract.
Scope of Services
The contractor will be responsible for the management and day-to-day operation of LATS in
accordance with all applicable Federal Transit Administration regulations, laws of the State of
Oklahoma and policies of the CTT and for consultation and recommendations to the CTT on
public transportation policy matters. The CTT is interested in contracting with a management
company that will optimize cost effectiveness; increase ridership; provide superior customer
service and passenger safety, financial stability, staff development, innovation and schedule
adherence; present a positive image of the fleet and system including maintenance and
cleanliness; and supply technical support in all matters relevant to operating a transit system.
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The contractor will furnish a qualified, experienced executive to serve as General Manager of
LATS. The appointment of the General Manager and any successors during the term of the
management agreement, including extension, shall be subject to the approval of the CTT. Such
approval shall not be unreasonably withheld. The CTT also may ask that a General Manager be
removed without cause. The General Manager shall reside in the City of Lawton, and the
management of LATS shall be the full time job of the General Manager.
Specific responsibilities of the contractor and the General Manager include but are not limited to
the following:
• Overall management of the day-to-day operation of LATS, as set forth in the terms and
conditions of a contract, to include recruitment, development, training, and employment
of all personnel necessary to operate LATS, and negotiation and administration of labor
contracts, including 13(C) assurances.
• Development and implementation of an annual budget and long range operating and
capital replacement plans to improve services and increase ridership.
• Development and implementation of all necessary operation and maintenance policies
and procedures.
• Participate in the capital lease for administrative and maintenance facilities.
• Transit planning, marketing, equipment and facility utilization and maintenance, security,
routes, scheduling, fares, service standards, purchasing, accounting, budgeting, safety and
risk management and insurance coverage.
• Public relations, equipment specifications, grant applications and all other normal
managerial functions common to the day-to-day operation of LATS, including
administration of service contracts.
• Recommendation and implementation of service delivery innovations to improve the
customer experience and increase overall system efficiencies.
• Implementing the Transit Asset Management Plan and tracking performance measures.
• Provision of legal representation for the Management Contractor and the General
Manager for all litigation arising from allegations of noncompliance of the Federal
Transit Administration regulations, as set forth and amended in the Master Agreements,
and laws of the State of Oklahoma. The CTT Attorney shall only represent the CTT in
cases of litigation against the CTT.
• Prepare and complete reports to meet FTA requirements and monthly reports to the CTT
on operations.
• Provide the CTT an annual audit of operational funds entrusted to LATS and the revenue
mileage and data necessary for Oklahoma State Revolving Fund Application. Such audit
shall be performed after June 30th each year, and it shall be delivered to the CTT upon
completion with a deadline of September 30 of each year. This audit is in addition to the
single audit requirement of FTA and shall be considered as an operating cost.
• Provide grant administration for capital investments, such as transit facilities, from
application to completion of projects.
• The CTT may also ask for additional advisory studies and reports related to improving
current service, adding new service, and meeting new FTA rules. If such studies and
reports fall beyond the management of day-to-day operations, the CTT may seek a
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separate cost proposal from the management company to complete this task without
amending the scope of this RFP.
The CTT shall be responsible for the formulation and adoption of policy, establishment of fares,
routes, and level of service to be provided and approval of operating and capital budgets.
However, it is expected that the General Manager will provide quality data, analysis, and
recommendations that will help the CTT achieve its transit goals.
The City of Lawton is the direct recipient for Federal Transit Administration grants, however, it
has authorized the CTT to administer LATS.
Proposal Content
Submittals must address the following topics:
1. Cover Letter
The contractor shall prepare a cover letter which summarizes the key points in the
proposal.
2. Background and Experience
Provide a general description of the firm including, but not limited to, services offered,
number of employees, office locations, and years in business and management experience
of key personnel. Include the structure (partnership, corporation, etc.), ownership,
whether a subsidiary or affiliate of any other entities, and percent of ownership, if any, by
parties or interests outside of the United States.
Provide a list of the public transit systems currently managed or previously managed
within the last 3 years and the starting date of each contract. A specific reference for
each transit management contract shall be included. The CTT is particularly interested in
the experience of the firm and key personnel of firm in managing systems similar in size
to LATS.
Include the length of time the firm or key personnel of the firm have provided public
transit management services.
3. Organization and Key Personnel
Provide descriptions that identify key personnel who would perform the work. Identify
the General Manager and key staff members and provide brief resumes.
Describe the support services available from corporate personnel other than the General
Manager. A list of the professional personnel who would be specifically available to the
CTT, including brief resumes, areas of expertise, and location of each shall be provided.
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4. Management Approach
General – This section shall describe the management techniques and practices used by
your firm that will be utilized in the management of LATS. Examples of how your
management has improved other comparable public transit systems shall be provided.
Also describe how your firm collects and analyzes data to measure and maximize
ridership and efficiency of the transit system.
Budget Management – Should a source of revenue fall short, the management company
will be required to propose adjustments in operational costs to bring the budget in line.
Explain how a revenue shortage will be handled.
Transition – If the CTT selects a firm other than its current management company, it will
require the new firm to have its General Manager on site prior to termination of the
existing contract in order to provide for a smooth transition. A detailed transition plan
shall be provided detailing relevant duties and milestones and shall include your firm’s
approach regarding use of existing personnel. This plan shall be included in the contract
for management services approved by the CTT. Transition and start-up costs shall be
included in the “Management Fee” section of the proposal.
5. Financial References
This section shall provide your firm’s most recent audited financial statements or three
financial references to provide financial information establishing the firm’s stability to
perform services during the contract period.
6. Management Fee
This section shall list the annual management fee for each year of the five-year contract
and renewal option years. This fee shall include all charges for provision of the General
Manager and all services enumerated in the scope of services in this RFP, including the
time and expense of all non-resident personnel and travel of non-resident personnel to
Lawton.
7. Certifications
Federal Transit Administration funds will be used in the administration of the contract;
therefore, all required FTA clauses will be included in the contract. Two certifications
are required as part of any proposal submitted in response to this RFP, and they are:
Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion
The Contractor shall comply and facilitate compliance with U.S. DOT regulations,
“Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment,” 2 C.F.R. part 1200, which adopts and
supplements the U.S. Office of Management and Budget “Guidelines to Agencies on
Government-wide Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement),” 2 C.F.R. part 180.
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These provisions apply to each contract at any tier of $25,000 or more, and to each
contract at any tier for a federally required audit (irrespective of the contract amount) and
to each contract at any tier that must be approved by an FTA official irrespective of the
contract amount. As such, the contractor shall verify that its principals, affiliates, and
subcontractors are eligible to participate in this federally funded contract and are not
presently declared by any Federal department or agency to be:
• Debarred from participation in any federally assisted award;
• Suspended from participation in any federally assisted award;
• Proposed for debarment from participation in any federally assisted award;
• Declared ineligible to participate in any federally assisted award;
• Voluntarily excluded from participation in any federally assisted award; or
• Disqualified from participation in any federally assisted award.
By signing and submitting a proposal, the proposer certifies as follows:
The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact relied upon by the CTT. If
it is later determined by the CTT that the proposer knowingly rendered an erroneous
certification, in addition to remedies available to the CTT, the Federal Government may
pursue available remedies, including but not limited to suspension and/or debarment. The
proposer agrees to comply with the requirements of 2 C.F.R. part 180, subpart C, as
supplemented by 2 C.F.R. part 1200, while this offer is valid and throughout the period of
any contract that may arise from this offer. The proposer further agrees to include a
provision requiring such compliance in its lower tier covered transactions.
Lobbying Restrictions
The Certification on Lobbying Restrictions is attached as Exhibit A and must be executed
and submitted with the proposal.
8. Additional Information
Firms are invited to describe any particular aspect of its organization or proposal which,
by way of background, experience, unique qualifications or other basis, sets it apart from
the competition in its ability to accomplish this particular Scope of Services.
Proposal Due Date
All proposals must be received by 5 pm CDT on September 3, 2026. All proposals must be
submitted electronically. Proposers shall submit one (1) complete digital copy of their proposal
in PDF format. The file should be clearly labeled with the project name and the proposer’s firm
name. Proposals must be submitted via email, lmpo@lawtonok.gov no later than 5:00 pm CDT
on September 3, 2026. Submissions received after this deadline will not be considered.
Proposals may be revised on the respondent’s own initiative at any time before the deadline for
submission of proposals. The respondent must submit the revised response in the same manner
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as the original. A revised proposal must be received prior to the deadline. In no case will a
statement of intent to submit a revised proposal or commencement of a revision process extend
the due date.
Evaluation
Proposals shall be evaluated by Planning Department staff and a committee appointed by the
CTT based on the following evaluation criteria:
CRITERIA WEIGHT TIMES SCORE WEIGHTED
(1 – 10) SCORE
1. Qualifications and Experience of
25% X =
Resident Team
2. Support services available to
10% X =
Management Team
3. Qualifications and Experience of
Firm
a. Paratransit
15% X =
b. Fixed Route
15% X =
c. Experience in improvement of
Intelligent Transportation Systems, ie 5% X =
computerized scheduling,
dispatching, reporting, safety, and
maintenance
4. The Firm’s philosophy and
management approach on managing 5% X =
a transit system.
5. Cost 25% X =
CTT appointed committee will conduct interviews based on evaluation.
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Proposal Acceptance/Rejection
The CTT reserves the right to accept or reject any or all proposals or any portion of any proposal
received as a result of this RFP, to negotiate separately with competing proposers, to waive any
informalities, defects, or irregularities in any proposal, and/or accept that proposal, which in the
sole judgment of the CTT is in the best interest of the CTT. However, the CTT hereby notifies
all respondents that in regard to any contract entered into pursuant to the RFP, Disadvantaged
Business Enterprises (DBEs) will be afforded equal opportunities to submit proposals and will
not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, disability, or national origin in
consideration of an award.
Insurance
Within thirty (30) days prior to commencement of the contract, the management company shall
be required, at its expense, to furnish certified copies of all certificates of insurance showing the
following insurance coverage for the General Manager and any employees of the management
company providing service to LATS:
• Commercial General Liability (Occurrence Form) with a minimum combined single limit
of
$1,000,000 Each Occurrence
$2,000,000 General Aggregate
$2,000,000 Products/Completed Operations Aggregate
$1,000,000 Personal & Advertising Injury
$ 100,000 Rented to You Limit
$ 25,000 Medical Expense Limit
• Commercial Auto Liability at a minimum combined single limit of $1,000,000 for Bodily
Injury and Property Damage per occurrence/incident including coverage for owned, non-
owned and hired vehicles.
• Workers Compensation & Employers Liability
Statutory Limits on Workers Compensation
Employee Liability $1,000,000 Each Accident
$1,000,000 Disease Policy Limit
$1,000,000 Disease Each Employee Limit
With respect to the foregoing insurance requirement, the management company shall specifically
endorse applicable insurance policies as follows:
• The CTT shall be named as an additional insured with respect to general liability and
automobile liability.
• A waiver of subrogation in favor of the CTT shall be contained in the workers
compensation coverage, general liability and automobile liability coverage.
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• All insurance policies shall be endorsed to require the insurer to immediately notify the
CTT of any material change in the insurance coverage.
• All insurance policies shall be endorsed to the effect that the CTT will receive at least 30
days notice prior to cancellation, non-renewal or termination of the insurance.
• All copies of Certificates of Insurance shall reference the contract for which the insurance
is being sought.
The CTT requires that all insurance be purchased from an insurance company that meets the
following requirements:
• A financial rating of B++ or better as assigned by the A. M. Best Rating Company.
• Written by companies approved by the State of Oklahoma.
The required insurance must be in force throughout the term of the contract.
Financial Responsibility
The CTT accepts no financial responsibility for any cost incurred by a firm in responding to this
RFP.
Questions Concerning Proposals
Questions concerning any portion of this RFP shall be directed by email to Hope Davis who shall
be the official point of contact for the RFP. Questions shall be submitted by the deadline date of
August 21, 2026. Questions may be submitted by email, at lmpo@lawtonok.gov. Proposers are
advised to follow up on emails to ensure delivery.
No information provided shall be binding upon this RFP unless it is issued in writing by the City
of Lawton on behalf of the CTT. Any addenda issued under this RFP shall be posted on the
Lawton Metropolitan Planning Organization website at https://www.lawtonmpo.org/about/rfp-
bids/.
Should a respondent object on any ground to any provisions or legal requirements set forth in
this RFP, the respondent must, not more than ten (10) days after the RFP is issued, provide
written notice to Hope Davis in any method provided above, setting forth with specifics the
grounds for the objection. The failure of a respondent to object in the manner set forth in this
paragraph shall constitute a complete and irrevocable waiver of any such objection.
Revision of Response
The proposer may revise a response on its own initiative at any time before the deadline for
submission of responses. The proposer must submit the revised response in the manner as the
original.
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Errors and Omissions in Response
Failure of the CTT to object to an error, omission or deviation in the response will in no way
modify the RFP or excuse the proposer from full compliance with the specifications of the RFP
or any contract awarded pursuant to the RFP.
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Lobbying Restrictions
The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the
undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or
employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or
an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal
contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering
into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment,
or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any
person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a
Member of Congress, or officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member
of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative
agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form LLL, “Disclosure
Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions.
3. The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the
award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, sub-grants, and
contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall
certify and disclose accordingly.
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when
this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite
for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code.
Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not
less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
__________________________________________
Signature of Contractor’s Authorized Official
______________________________________________________________
Name and Title of Contractor’s Authorized Official
___________________________
Date
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LIST OF APPENDICES
Appendix A Fixed Route Ridership
Appendix B Fixed Route Revenue
Appendix C FY 2025-2026 Budget
Appendix D FY2026-2027 Estimated Cost Allocation Plan
Appendix E Fleet Inventory Sample
Appendix F Organizational Chart
Appendix G Route Map
Appendix H Draft Contract
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AppendixA: Fixed Route Ridership
LATS Old Fixed Route Ridership
Month Orange Yellow Blue Red Green Total
Dec-24 2,334.00 6,412.00 3,738.00 4,379.00 3,081.00 19,944.00
Jan-25 2,413.00 6,826.00 3,880.00 4,472.00 3,285.00 20,876.00
Feb-25 1,853.00 5,394.00 3,333.00 3,688.00 2,669.00 16,937.00
Mar-25 2,508.00 7,279.00 3,816.00 4,540.00 3,485.00 21,628.00
Apr-25 2,572.00 7,055.00 3,765.00 4,308.00 3,410.00 21,110.00
May-25 2,448.00 6,982.00 3,468.00 4,540.00 3,550.00 20,988.00
Total 14,128.00 39,948.00 22,000.00 25,927.00 19,480.00 121,483.00
Average 2,355.00 6,658.00 3,667.00 4,321.00 3,247.00
LATS New Fixed Route Ridership
Month Rt 1 Red Rt 2 Blue Rt 3 Black Rt 4 Brown Rt 5 Purple Rt 6 Green Rt 7 Orange Rt 8 Yellow Total
Jun-25 2,128 1,384 3,177 2,066 1,360 526 642 2,235 13,518
Jul-25 2,593 1,605 3,281 2,979 1,691 440 804 2,431 15,824
Aug-25 3,089 1,930 3,681 3,436 1,922 678 1,011 3,092 18,839
Sep-25 3,344 2,622 3,957 3,392 1,992 936 958 3,589 20,790
Oct-25 3,194 2,343 4,171 3,890 2,557 435 901 3,922 21,413
Nov-25 2,733 1,897 3,904 3,149 2,239 114 657 3,108 17,801
Dec-25 2,525 1,807 3,971 3,267 1,994 71 275 3,109 17,019
Total 19,606 13,588 26,142 22,179 13,755 3,200 5,248 21,486 125,204
Average 2,801 1,941 3,735 3,168 1,965 457 750 3,069
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Appendix B:FixedRouteRevenue
LATS Old Farebox Revenue
Month Orange Yellow Blue Red Green Total
Dec-24 $731.25 $2,032.75 $1,481.00 $2,043.25 $1,733.50 $8,021.75
Jan-25 $810.00 $1,876.00 $1,470.25 $836.00 $971.00 $5,963.25
Feb-25 $675.75 $1,851.75 $1,437.75 $1,506.50 $1,118.50 $6,590.25
Mar-25 $942.75 $2,677.00 $3,893.50 $1,838.00 $2,897.75 $12,249.00
Apr-25 $788.75 $2,678.25 $1,840.50 $1,817.00 $1,347.50 $8,472.00
May-25 $861.75 $2,674.25 $1,470.25 $2,000.75 $1,321.00 $8,328.00
Total $4,810.25 $13,790.00 $11,593.25 $10,041.50 $9,389.25 $49,624.25
LATS New Fixed Route Farebox Revenue
Month Rt 1 Red Rt 2 Blue Rt 3 Black Rt 4 Brown Rt 5 Purple Rt 6 Green Rt 7 Orange Rt 8 Yellow Total
Jun-25 $ 545.25 $ 460.25 $ 1,597.25 $ 763.50 $ 439.50 $ 139.50 $ 228.75 $ 557.25 $ 4,731.25
Jul-25 $ 859.25 $ 775.50 $ 1,289.50 $ 1,410.00 $ 605.25 $ 270.00 $ 400.50 $ 1,148.75 $ 6,758.75
Aug-25 $ 827.25 $ 799.50 $ 1,203.75 $ 1,426.50 $ 549.25 $ 353.25 $ 505.75 $ 813.25 $ 6,478.50
Sep-25 $ 977.00 $ 914.25 $ 2,082.75 $ 1,509.00 $ 593.25 $ 355.00 $ 397.25 $ 823.00 $ 7,651.50
Oct-25 $ 731.50 $ 907.00 $ 1,535.00 $ 1,482.25 $ 698.00 $ 168.25 $ 356.00 $ 899.75 $ 6,777.75
Nov-25 $ 739.00 $ 678.25 $ 1,137.75 $ 1,111.50 $ 611.25 $ 43.75 $ 234.00 $ 744.25 $ 5,299.75
Dec-25 $ 799.75 $ 818.75 $ 1,340.25 $ 1,281.00 $ 639.75 $ 28.75 $ 139.00 $ 745.50 $ 5,792.75
Total $ 5,479.00 $ 5,353.50 $ 10,186.25 $ 8,983.75 $ 4,136.25 $ 1,358.50 $ 2,261.25 $ 5,731.75 $ 43,490.25
Average $ 782.71 $ 764.79 $ 1,455.18 $ 1,283.39 $ 590.89 $ 194.07 $ 323.04 $ 818.82
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Appendix C: FY 2025-2026 Budget
LATS BUDGET
Accountant Salary $ 82,255
LABOR
Operator Wages $ 1,067,450
This category includes wages and incentives paid to 24 full-time bus
operators 3 full-time dispatchers, shuttle services for festivals and events
This also includes HR, EEO, customer service and marketing personnel
Supervision of Transportation $ 258,307
This category includes wages for Director of Operations and 3 full-time supervisors of
transportation and 1 safety manager
Supervision of Maintenance $ 57,750
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TOTAL:
Included are the wages of the Director of Maintenance
The director of Maintenance is a working foreman responsible
for the management and supervision of three full-time mechanics
1 full time parts clerk, and 3 PT service workers
Repair Revenue Vehicles $ 278,460
Included are the wages of three full-time mechanics,
workers & 1 full-time parts clerk. This department is responsible for the
maintenance of 18 buses, 3 shop trucks, 5 staff vehicles & bus stops & signs.
TOTAL LABOR: $ 1,744,222
FRINGE BENEFITS
FICA Taxes $ 143,000
FICA Taxes are paid on all wages including vacation and holiday pay at 7.65%
Retirement Plan 401(k) $ 45,000
LATS makes contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan of 3% of gross wages, including vacation,
sick and holiday pay for each eligible employee
Hospital/Medical/dental Insurance $ 250,000
This covers the cost of employee health and partial dependent coverage. The current insurance
plan covers health and dental. LATS monthly share for employee only coverage is 90%. LATS
pays $100 toward dependent coverage.
Workers Compensation $ 70,000
This amount covers workers compensation insurance for all LATS employees.
Uniform / Work Clothing
The costs of Operator uniforms and casual shirts are included
Operator Uniforms $ 7,500
7 maintenance uniforms $ 6,000
steel toe boots for mechanics $ 800
TOTAL FRINGE BENEFITS: $ 522,300
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SERVICES
Management Services Fee
HTG provides management and advisory services to the City of Lawton. Includes GM salary.
Includes percentage increase in Dec 2022 $ 250,000
Professional and Technical
Wireless data cards - Mobile video surveillance $ 13,000
Fire extinguisher inspections $ 2,000
Carpet Cleaning & other services for cleaning offices and building including pest control $ 500
Wrecker Services $ 3,500
Motor Oil Analysis $ 2,000
Other misc. services $ 2,500
Occupational Services $ 10,000
24 Random Drug tests, 12 random BAC tests, 20 pre-employment, 15 DOT pre-employment DOT
Physicals, 30 DOT phyiscals, 7 post accident drug & alcohol screenings, licensing fees
Payroll Preparation
Paycor Payroll Services $ 10,000
Computer Technical Support $ 15,000
includes portal, daily scheduling software and annual Microsoft 365
TOTAL SERVICES: $ 308,500
MATERIALS/SUPPLIES
Operations Supplies
Passes $ 500
Employment Advertising $ 2,500
Office Supplies
Computer Supplies $ 12,500
Office Supplies $ 15,000
Printing and Postage $ 2,500
Oil/Lubricants $ 15,000
Motor Oil (15w40), Transmission Oil, Gear Oil 80w90, 5w20,5w30, trans Synth for Gillig
Fuel
Diesel #2 100,000 gallons a year @ $2.87 $ 300,000
Unleaded gasoline 20,000 Gallons a year @ 2.37 $ 50,000
Diesel Exhaust Additive (DEF) $ 6,000
Tires
Tire replacement and flat repairs $ 30,000
Maintenance - Parts $ 300,000
Parts for upkeep of transit vehicles and staff vehicles
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MATERIALS/SUPPLIES
Maintenance - Service Supplies $ 12,000
Includes supplies for service lane, bus washing supplies, glass cleaner, paper towels, gloves,
protective gear.
TOTAL MATERIALS & SUPPLIES: $ 746,000
UTILITIES
Water $ 6,500
Electric $ 20,000
Gas $ 5,000
Telephone & Internet
Cost of basic telephone and long distance service & TV service $ 4,500
Cost of General Manager's, Dir of Maint, Dir of Ops, Admin Mgr. mbl phone $ 6,000
cell phones - upgrades $ 500
Internet $ 11,000
TOTAL UTILITIES: $ 53,500
CASUALTY/LIABILITY
Comprehensive
This policy provides coverage up to $1,000,000 per accident. $ 175,000
The following vehicles are covered:
6 Gillig LF Transit buses (29.5 ft.)(2017-2018) 7 Gillig LF Transit Buses (29.5 ft.) (2010-2012)
1 Opus bus (35 ft.) 2 ARBOC Paratransit buses (26 ft.)
1 Supervisor minivan 1 GMC HD Shop Truck
1 Ford 12-Passenger crew van 2 Dodge Ram P/U Trucks
1 Buick LeSabre Sedan 1 Dodge Grand Caravan SE
1 MV-1 Mobility Vehicle 3 Dodge Promaster
TOTAL CASUALTY/LIABILITY: $ 175,000
MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES
Dues and Subscriptions
APTA, OTA, Lawton Chamber of Commerce, GPTC EDC, Sam's Club, Bank Svc. Charges, $ 10,000
Amazon
Travel / Meetings
APTA Annual meeting, OTA meetings, NTI training, FTA required training $ 15,000
Advertising/Promotion
Advertising to promote ridership, promotional items, maps, and items for Try Transit week $ 15,000
Employee Education/Training & Other Misc. Expenses
New Safety and Service awards $ 15,000
Training for mechanics, office, supervisory personnel, tuition for special courses and continuing
professional education. Also need to purchase new safety material for Operations and
Maintenance.
TOTAL MISCELLANEOUS EXPENSES: $ 55,000
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CAPITAL OUTLAY
Support Equipment $ 10,000
Computer equipment, furniture, office equipment, etc.
Shop Equipment $ 15,000
Shop Equipment (for repair, replacement, and upkeep)
Passenger Amenities $ 110,000
Repair for bus shelters at DTC, route signage, and Bus Tracking software
Safety & Security $ 15,000
Sustain stationary surveillance equipment at LATS Facility & buses
TOTAL CAPITAL: $ 150,000
Audits
Annual Audit (Revenue Miles, Financial, & Single Audit) $ 15,000
Building Lease
Capital Lease $ 88,000
Non Fixed Route ADA Paratransit
Non Fixed Route ADA Paratransit salary for 5 drivers & RouteMatch software $ 200,000
TOTAL BUDGET: $ 4,057,522
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Appendix D: FY2026-2027 Estimated Cost Allocation Plan
Other
SRF Mobility
FTA Local Farebox Local Total
Support manager
Projected FY 2026-2027 Income*
Capital $114,000 $28,500 $ 142,500
Capital ADA $160,000 $40,000 $ 200,000
Capital Preventative Maintenance $607,618 $151,904 $ 759,522
Capital Lease $70,400 $17,600 $ 88,000
Operating $1,158,562 $ 1,158,562 $127,300 $124,000 $212,331 $80,000 $ 2,780,755
Sub-Total $2,110,580 $1,396,566 $127,300 $124,000 $212,331 $80,000 $ 3,970,777
Total $2,110,580 $1,396,566 $127,300 $124,000 $212,331 $80,000 $ 3,970,777
SRF - State Revolving Fund
*Other local Income - LPS Agreement and Project advertisments
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Appendix E: Fleet Inventory Sample
Fleet Buses
Year Make Model Unit Number
2010 Gillig Low Floor Bus 1025
2010 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1026
2010 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1027
2010 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1028
2011 Gillig Low Floor Bus 1129
2011 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1130
2017 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1701
2017 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1702
2017 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1703
2018 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1804
2018 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1806
2018 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 1807
2011 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 2431
2011 GILLIG Low Floor Bus 2432
2011 Gillig Low Floor Bus 2433
Para Transit
2016 RAM ProMaster 3500 1710
2018 RAM ProMaster 3500 1809
2019 RAM ProMaster 3500 1913
2008 CHEVROLET Uplander 821
2012 DODGE Grand Caravan 1231
Support Vehicles
2002 DODGE Ram 215
2002 DODGE Ram 216
2009 GMC Sierra 924
THE VEHICLE
PRODUCTION
2012 GROUP MV 1 1222
An inventory of all equipment is available upon request.
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Appendix F: Organizational Chart
City of Lawton City of Lawton
Transit Trust Transit Trust Liaison
General Manager
Finance Director HR /EEOC Director Operations Director Maintenance Director Safety Director
Mobitity Navigator 1 FT Road Supervisor Shop Foreman
Office
Parts and Procurement
Administrator/CSR
2 FT/2PT Dispatchers
26 FT Drivers 3 FT Maintenance Technicians
IT
Cade Ruple 2 FT/ 1PT Detailers
1 FT Route & Facility
Maintenance
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Appendix G
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MANAGEMENT CONTRACT FOR TRANSIT SYSTEM
THIS CONTRACT AND AGREEMENT, made and entered into this ____ day of
__________, 2026, by and between the CITY TRANSIT TRUST, located in Lawton, Comanche
County, Oklahoma, hereinafter called "Trust", and <<INSERT PARTY NAME>> a [State] [entity
type], hereinafter called "TBD".
W I T N E SS E T H:
WHEREAS, the Trust has acquired assets identified in the Request for Proposal issued
July 15, 2026, for the operation of a bus transportation system in and around the City of Lawton;
and
WHEREAS, the Trust has determined that it requires the services of a professional
management company for the Trust-owned transit system which is being operated in its
jurisdiction, and
WHEREAS, the Trust is authorized to enter into a contract for the operation and
management of said transportation system, and
WHEREAS, TBD is engaged in the business of providing advisory and management
services for the operation of transit systems and has trained, experienced personnel available for
that purpose, and is desirous of providing such advisory and management services for the Trust,
and
WHEREAS, the Trust has made the determination that TBD is the best qualified to provide
the services above set forth and the employment of TBD would serve the best interests and welfare
of the public utilizing the transit system operated by the Trust,
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the recitals and covenants and agreements of
each of the parties herein set forth, the parties hereto do agree as follows:
A. TRUST RESPONSIBILITIES
The Trust does hereby engage TBD to manage and operate the motor bus transit system
known as Lawton Area Transit System (LATS) conducted in and about the City of Lawton
for the Trust on the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.
The Trust will approve transit plans and reports, changes to the public transportation
system, specifications and equipment purchases as set out in its Procurement Policy, annual
budgets for LATS, weekly expenditures for LATS (excluding the salary of the resident
manager), applications made for FTA and State grants for capital and operating assistance,
and the annual Master Agreement. The Trust will administer the ECHO grant
reimbursements.
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The Trust agrees to furnish to TBD all items identified in Inventory of Equipment attached
as an Appendices to the Request for Proposal dated July 15, 2026, or as updated as of the
date the Notice to Proceed is issued for the operation of the bus transit system.
B. MANAGER’S RESPONSIBILITIES
While rendering the services described herein, TBD and any subsidiary management
company will be an independent contractor and not an employee, agent, or representative
of the Trust. TBD will conduct itself in a manner consistent with such status and will
neither hold itself out as, nor claim to be, an officer or employee of the Trust by reason of
this Agreement. TBD will not by reason of this Agreement make any claim, demand, or
application for any right or privilege afforded to an officer or employee of the Trust,
including but not limited to workers’ compensation coverage and unemployment insurance
benefits.
TBD will furnish a qualified, diligent, expert, and efficient executive who will reside in
Lawton and who will serve as General Manager. The General Manager will serve as
operating officer and be responsible for the day-to-day operation of all departments of the
system in an efficient and effective manner.
The selection and appointment of the General Manager, and any such subsequent
appointees, shall be the responsibility of TBD but shall not be made without first obtaining
the advice and consent of the Trust. The Trust may ask that the General Manager be
replaced without cause. In the event of the disability of any person acting in the position of
General Manager for a period in excess of one (1) month, TBD will secure a qualified
individual to fill the position for as long as such disability may continue or to replace such
individual if necessary, all subject to the advice and consent of the Trust.
TBD will furnish expert management services and/or consultation in all areas of the public
bus transportation industry, including but not limited to the following:
• Overall management of the day-to-day operation of LATS, as set forth in the terms and
conditions of a contract, to include recruitment, development, training, and employment of
all personnel necessary to operate LATS, and negotiation and administration of labor
contracts, including 13(C) assurances.
• Development and implementation of an annual budget and long range operating and capital
replacement plans to improve services and increase ridership.
• Development and implementation of all necessary operation and maintenance policies and
procedures.
• Participation in the capital lease for administration and maintenance facilities.
• Transit planning, marketing, equipment and facility utilization and maintenance, security,
routes, scheduling, fares, service standards, purchasing, accounting, budgeting, safety and
risk management, and insurance coverage.
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• Public relations, equipment specifications, grant applications, and all other normal
managerial functions common to the day-to-day operation of LATS, including
administration of service contracts.
• Recommendation and implementation of service delivery innovations to improve the
customer experience and increase overall system efficiencies.
• Implementation of the Transit Asset Management Plan and tracking performance
measures.
• Provision of legal representation for the Management Contractor and the General Manager
for all litigation arising from allegations of noncompliance of the Federal Transit
Administration regulations, as set forth and amended in the Master Agreements and laws
of the State of Oklahoma. The Trust Attorney shall only represent the Trust in cases of
litigation against the Trust.
• Prepare and complete reports to meet FTA requirements and monthly and annual reports
to the Trust on operations.(see appendix _ for example report)
• Provide the Trust an annual audit of operational funds entrusted to LATS and the revenue
mileage and data necessary for Oklahoma State Revolving Fund Application. Such audit
shall be performed after June 30th each year, and it shall be delivered to the Trust upon
completion before September 30th of that calendar year. This audit is in addition to the
single audit requirement of FTA and shall be considered as an operating cost.
• Provide grant administration for capital investments, such as transit facilities, from
application to completion of projects.
• The Trust may also ask for additional advisory studies and reports related to improving
current service, adding new service, and meeting new FTA rules. If such studies and reports
fall beyond the management of day-to-day operations, the Trust may seek a separate cost
proposal from TBD to complete this task without amending this Contract.
TBD will establish and maintain at its sole cost and expense a subsidiary management
corporation, registered in Oklahoma, which will be owned and controlled by TBD. The
subsidiary management corporation will serve as employer of LATS employees, excluding
the General Manager.
Any contractual obligations or liability entered into or assumed by the subsidiary
management corporation and approved by the Trust in connection with the operation of the
transit system shall be binding upon TBD only for the term of this Agreement, as same
may be extended from time to time.
C. TRANSITION
TBD will provide a transition in management of the transit system with no disruption to
service upon receipt of the Notice to Proceed issued by the Trust. The transition will be
completed within thirty (30) days after the Notice to Proceed has been received. The
following actions will occur during the transition:
Step 1: Once the Notice to Proceed is issued, TBD will file all paperwork establishing the
business entity to meet the RFP requirements as the employer for Lawton Area Transit
System employees and establish all insurance requirements as required in the RFP.
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Step 2: All required insurance coverages, including corporate required coverages as
outlined in the RFP, will be established thirty (30) days prior to the transition date for the
Trust’s approval.
Step 3: Once the new business entity is established, all current employees will complete
the new employer application process and documentation gathering phase. Pre-
employment drug testing, background check, annual license validation, and physicals as
required will then be completed under the new business entity name.
Step 4: Initial welcome and orientation to TBD will be completed within twenty (20) days
of the issued Notice to Proceed.
Step 5: Employee work rules and Employer handbook orientation will be completed.
Step 6: Employee seniority will be carried over from the previous employer as currently
published. TBD will honor employee seniority and bid assignments. All current run cuts
and bid assignments will be verified ten (10) days prior to the transition date. Employees
will be assigned work schedules based upon seniority and bid procedures currently in place.
Step 7: TBD will define benefit package including any approved accruals, health
insurance, 401k, pay ranges, and any other currently provided employee benefits.
Step 8: During the transition period, TBD and the Trust will clarify service goals,
objectives, and key performance indicators. The Trust’s goals and objectives will be
ingrained into TBD service culture to promote not only TBD’s vision and values but also
the Trust’s current service commitments. Operational performance measures, as well as
quality customer service measures, will serve as the basis for the Trust to monitor and
evaluate TBD’s performance. TBD will ensure the General Manager will be on site prior
to the termination/expiration of the existing contract and during the initial start-up of the
service under TBD.
Step 9: TBD will validate the fleet maintenance records, equipment listing, and asset
management information. The preventive maintenance checklists will be verified, and the
inventory will be reconciled and validated.
Step 10: The transition will occur after service ends on Monday, November 30, 2026, with
TBD assuming responsibility for overall operations on the following Tuesday for final
walk through and verification.
Step 11: All TBD personnel will be on site three (3) service days prior to transition date
for system start-up finalization.
D. TERM OF THE CONTRACT
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The term of this Contract and Agreement shall be for a period of five (5) years beginning
December 1, 2026 until November 30, 2031. This Agreement may be extended for two
additional years.
The Trust shall notify TBD at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of the Agreement
of its intention to extend the Agreement.
TBD shall notify the Trust at least six (6) months prior to the expiration of the Agreement
if TBD does not want to exercise any option years.
E. COMPENSATION
In consideration of the services and obligations rendered by TBD, the Trust shall pay TBD
amounts not to exceed those stated on Appendix A.
Trust further agrees to negotiate fees with TBD for as-needed management services
requested by the Trust. Such services would be beyond the day-to-day management
operations of LATS.
F. INSURANCE
TBD at its sole cost and expense shall furnish to the Trust all necessary surety bonds or
general liability insurance policies as specified in the RFP dated July 15, 2026. TBD will
protect, hold harmless, and indemnify the Trust from and against dishonesty, fraud or theft
occasioned by any officer or employee of TBD. Coverage of each such employee shall be
in an amount of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000).
LATS employees, excluding the General Manager, will be covered by a blanket fidelity
bond or liability insurance policy, the premium for which shall be considered as an
operating expense.
TBD will provide all insurance policies, specified by the types, amounts and timing
requirements, set out in the RFP dated July 15, 2026. Any workers’ compensation
insurance and any automobile/bus fleet insurance policies will be paid by TBD and shall
be considered an operating expense (except for the General Manager’s insurance
requirements). TBD will be liable for any dishonesty or fraudulent misconduct committed
or directed by any officer or employee of TBD or of any subsidiary of TBD, and further
for any breach of this Agreement on the part of TBD and/or the subsidiary management
corporation.
G. INCORPORATION OF STATE, FEDERAL, TRANSIT TRUST REQUIREMENTS
AND CONDITIONS
TBD will comply with all of the laws of State of Oklahoma in carrying its duties.
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TBD will comply with all terms and conditions of Federal Transit Administration grant
contracts between the United States and the Trust, the annual Master Agreements, the
Trust's applications, certifications and assurances, and all other applicable laws and
regulations.
TBD will not discriminate against any individual with respect to compensation terms or
privileges of employment by reason of such individual's race, color, religion, sex, national
origin, age, or handicap (except as exempted by a bonafide occupational qualification).
TBD covenants and agrees that it presently has no interest and will not acquire any interest,
direct or indirect, which conflicts with its efficient, diligent and faithful performance of the
terms of this Contract and Agreement.
TBD, its officers, agents, employees and assignees will abide by Transit Trust Policies and
requirements and to maintain close contact and cooperate with the staff of Trust through a
City staff member specifically designated by the City Manager for such purpose, and to
furnish to said City staff member monthly reports on the operations of the bus
transportation system.
All services to be rendered by TBD shall be subject to the reasonable supervision and
control of the Trust. TBD shall make recommendations, or the Trust may request
information or recommendations, as to any areas of operation which are deemed
appropriate and proper, and the decision of the Trust shall be binding and final in regards
thereto.
H. AMENDMENT OF THE AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be amended only with prior written consent of all parties.
I. TERMINATION BY MUTUAL AGREEMENT
This Agreement may be terminated by mutual agreement of the parties. Such termination
shall be effective in accordance with a written agreement by the parties. Any other act of
termination shall be in accordance with the termination by convenience or default
provisions.
J. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE
This Agreement may be terminated, without penalty or further liability, if the Trust, at its
sole discretion, determines it is desirable or in the best interests of the operation of the
Transit System by the Trust providing one hundred and eighty (180) days written notice to
TBD of the Trust’s intent to terminate the Agreement.
K. TERMINATION FOR DEFAULT
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1. Subject to Subsection 2 below, the Trust may terminate the whole or any part of the
Agreement in any one of the following circumstances:
a. If TBD fails to provide the services in the manner required by the
Agreement;
b. If TBD fails to perform any of the provisions of the Agreement in accordance
with its terms; or
c. If TBD fails to make progress in the prosecution of the work under the Agreement
so as to endanger such performance.
d. If the Trust determines that any other event of default has occurred.
2. In the event the Trust terminates the Agreement in whole or in part provided in
Subsection 1 above, the Trust may procure, upon such terms and in such manner as the
Trust may deem appropriate, supplies or services similar to those so terminated. TBD
shall be liable to the Trust for costs associated with the termination of the Agreement,
the procurement of replacement services by the Trust, any excess costs of such similar
supplies or services, and any increase in the total Agreement cost as a result of the
reprocurement of services from the date of termination to the expiration date of the
original Agreement. TBD shall continue the performance of the Agreement to the
extent not terminated under the provisions of this Section.
L. FORCE MAJEURE
TBD shall not be liable for any failure to perform if acceptable evidence has been submitted
to the Trust that failure to perform the Contract was due to cause beyond the control and
without the fault or negligence of the contractor. Examples of such causes include acts of
God, civil disturbances, fire, war, or floods, but do not include labor related incidents, such
as strikes or work stoppages.
M. LACK OF FUNDS
The entering into of the Contract by the Trust is subject to its receipt of annual local, State
and Federal funds adequate to carry out the provisions of the Contract in full and subject
to limitations contained in 11 O.S. § 17.201, et. seq.
N. AUDIT AND INSPECTION OF RECORDS
TBD shall maintain complete, accurate, identifiable, and orderly records with respect to all
costs, expenses, and testing for safety compliance of both employees and equipment
incurred under this Contract in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices
and FTA requirements. The Trust, Comptroller General of the United States, and the
Secretary of Transportation, or any duly authorized representatives, shall be permitted to
inspect, examine and audit all work, materials, payrolls, data, books, records, and accounts
relating to the performance of the Contract. Further, TBD will maintain all required records
for at least three (3) years after the Trust has made final payment and all other pending
matters are closed. In addition, TBD shall complete an annual audit and submit a copy of
such audit to the City of Lawton no later than September 30 of each calendar year.
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O. NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES
There are no intended third party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the
Parties.
P. SEVERABILITY
Should any provision of this Contract is declared or determined to be unlawful, invalid, or
unconstitutional, such declaration shall not affect, in any manner, the legality of the
remaining provisions of the Contract, and each provision of the Contract will be and is
deemed to be separate and severable from each other provision.
Q. ASSIGNMENT
This Contract and Agreement shall not be assigned or transferred by TBD without the prior
written consent of the Trust.
R. NOTICES
All notices and communications with respect to this Contract shall be effective upon the
mailing by Registered or Certified Mail, return receipt requested, postage prepaid, and
addressed as follows:
1. If to TBD: [Full Legal Name]
<<Insert Party Name>>
<<Insert Company Address>>
2. If to Trust: City Transit Trust
c/o City Clerk
Lawton City Hall
212 SW 9th Street
Lawton Oklahoma 73501
or to such other address as either party shall designate by written notice.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Contract and Agreement
on the ____ day of __________, 2026.
CITY TRANSIT TRUST <<INSERT COMPANY NAME>>
LAWTON, OKLAHOMA
______________________________ ______________________________
STANLEY BOOKER, CHAIRMAN [Full Legal Name], [TITLE]
ATTEST: ATTEST:
______________________________ ________________________________
SECRETARY SECRETARY
APPROVED as to form and legality this____day of , 2026.
______________________________
ATTORNEY FOR TRUST
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