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File #: 23-0908    Version: 1 Name:
Type: CM Action Item - Health and Human Services Status: Passed
File created: 10/12/2023 In control: Board of Commissioners
On agenda: 12/20/2023 Final action: 12/20/2023
Title: Request approval to renew an existing contract - Senior Services, 21RFP000016A-CJC, Alternative Senior Transportation Services in the amount of $3,134,178.00 with Common Courtesy (Atlanta, GA) to provide transportation services/ride sharing to eligible Fulton County residents aged 60 and above. This action exercises the second of four renewal options. Two renewal options remain. Effective dates: January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024. (HELD ON 12/6/23) (APPROVED AS AMENDED)
Attachments: 1. Common Courtesy Performance Evaluation July 2023 to Sept 2023, 2. Common Courtesy CONTRACT RENEWAL EVALUATION FORM October 2023, 3. Common Courtesy RENEWALagreement October 2023, 4. 2023-0908

 

Department

Senior Services

 

Requested Action

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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Senior Services, 21RFP000016A-CJC, Alternative Senior Transportation Services in the amount of $3,134,178.00 with Common Courtesy (Atlanta, GA) to provide transportation services/ride sharing to eligible Fulton County residents aged 60 and above. This action exercises the second of four renewal options. Two renewal options remain. Effective dates: January 1, 2024, through December 31, 2024.  (HELD ON 12/6/23) (APPROVED AS AMENDED)

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Requirement for Board Action

In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date or 60 days if the contract term is six (6) month or less.

 

Strategic Priority Area related to this item

Health and Human Services

 

Commission Districts Affected

All Districts                     

District 1                     

District 2                     

District 3                     

District 4                     

District 5                     

District 6                     


Is this a purchasing item?

Yes

 

Summary & Background

 

Scope of Work: The Department manages non-emergency medical transportation through its MOST model (Mobility Options for Senior Transport).  The Alternative Senior Transportation Program is designed for seniors aged 60 and above who are more ambulatory and do not require assistance beyond the use of a cane to walk. Transportation services are the conduit to connect seniors to daily living activities and life enrichment services. This service has been impactful and shown to counter senior isolation, lower waiting times and provides same day service.  Common Courtesy, through their partnership with local Transportation Network Companies (TNCs), e.g. Uber, Lyft or any combination of providers, establishes dispatch/concierge services for senior residents of Fulton County aged 60 and above.  The scope of work entails the utilization of an automated system that orders trips from both mobile applications and/or desktops for operators as needed. The system tracks routes from the beginning to end of the trip to ensure a level of security for the senior riders.  Fulton County seniors who qualify will pay a $1.00 cost share per trip and may receive up to 16 trips per month. 

 

Community Impact: This service is currently providing services for an average of 1,840 seniors monthly.  September experienced the highest number of unduplicated riders at 2,010. There are 5,400 registered seniors. The Alternative Senior Transportation Service program has enabled seniors to remain engaged in their communities and access trips to pharmacies, doctor appointments, and other activities that support daily living.  This service has become a lifeline for seniors to connect to their community and to prevent senior isolation. 

 

Department Recommendation: The Department recommends approval. 

 

Project Implications:  Fulton County's senior population continues to grow in tandem with the projected growth of seniors nationally. It is estimated by 2030, 20% of the US population will be seniors. Senior transportation is the department’s most requested service. Increased authority will allow continued service to seniors.

 

Community Issues/Concerns: No issues or concerns have been raised by the Community regarding the Common Courtesy performance during the previous contract period. 

 

Department Issues/Concerns: Survey data collected by the department reveals the importance of this service and community need. If not approved, Senior Services is concerned about the negative impact to seniors who rely on this transportation program.

 

Contract Modification

 

CURRENT CONTRACT HISTORY

BOC ITEM

DATE

DOLLAR AMOUNT

Original Award Amount

21-1048

12/15/2021

$1,383,670.00

Amendment No. 1 

22-0367

 5/18/2022

$519,177.60

Amendment No. 2

22-0445

6/15/2022

$43,987.00

Amendment No. 3

22-0488

7/13/2022

$900,000.00

Amendment No. 4

22-0582

8/17/2022

$900,000.00

1st Renewal

22-0735

10/5/2022

$1,384,177.60

Amendment No. 5

23-0201

4/12/2023

$1,800,000.00

Amendment No. 6

23-0726

10/18/2023

$1,200,000.00

2nd Renewal

 

 

$3,134,178.00

Total Revised Amount

 

 

$11,265,190.20

 

The FY24 status quo budget for Alternative Senior Transportation is $3,134,178.00 and reflected in this contract renewal request. The Board of Commissioners approved a $1.5M enhancement for FY2024 (#23-0321).  An enhancement request will be submitted by the Department of Senior Services during the FY24 budget process. The Department anticipates approval of the enhancement and will present a contract amendment reflecting the additional funding.

Contract Information:

 

Contract Value:                                           $3,134,178.00

Prime Vendor:                                           Common Courtesy

Prime Status:                                           Non-Minority

Location:                                                                 Atlanta, GA

County:                                                                Fulton County

Prime Value:                                           $3,134,178.00 or 100.00%

 

Total Contract Value:        $3,134,178.00 or 100.00%

Total Certified Value:                       $ -0-

 

Exhibits Attached

Exhibit 1: Contractor Performance Report

Exhibit 2: Contractor Renewal Evaluation

Exhibit 3: Contract Renewal Form

 

Contact Information
title

Ladisa Onyiliogwu, Director, Department of Senior Services, 404-281-4042

 

Contract Attached
title

No


Previous Contracts

title

Yes

 

Total Contract Value

Original Approved Amount:

$1,383,670.00

Previous Adjustments:

$6,747,342.20

This Request:

$3,134,178.00

TOTAL:

$11,265,190.20


Fiscal Impact / Funding Source

Funding Line 1:

100-183-183W-1183: General, Senior Services, Transportation Services, $3,134,178.00

Key Contract Terms

Start Date: 1/1/2024

End Date: 12/31/2024

Cost Adjustment

Renewal/Extension Terms: Two renewal options remain


Overall Contractor Performance Rating:

Would you select/recommend this vendor again?

Yes

 

Report Period Start:

Report Period End:

1/1/2023

9/30/2023