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SEARCHThe contract will have a service start date of July 1 and a five-year base term, with the potential for up to two option years.
The contract will involve the operation of 58 vehicles and the management of 245 employees.
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RATP Dev USA announced it has been awarded a fixed-route operations contract in Durham, NC, which will operate under the name GoDurham.
This will be RATP Dev USA's seventh location in North Carolina. The contract will have a service start date of July 1 and a five-year base term, with the potential for up to two option years.
The contract will involve the operation of 58 vehicles and the management of 245 employees.
"We are thrilled to partner with GoDurham and contribute to the city's vibrant transportation network," said Steve Sherrer, regional VP of RATP Dev USA. "Our team is dedicated to delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable transportation solutions, and we look forward to serving the Durham community."
In addition, RATP Dev USA will be offering employment opportunities to current employees.
"We value the experience and expertise of the current drivers, and we are committed to providing a smooth transition for both our new and existing employees," said Sherrer.
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