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Safe Fleet to Provide Video Services for New York MTA's Buses

The total estimated value of the awarded contract is $25.7 million with options of up to three two-year contracts estimated at $49.7 million.

June 24, 2024
MTA bus on road

Safe Fleet will be responsible for retrieving video events, packaging, and sharing clips with requesting NYC authorities.

Photo: Marc A. Hermann

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The New York City Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) signed a three-year contract with Safe Fleet to provide outsourced video management services, maintaining and managing the video systems installed on the City’s fleets of over 5,000 buses.

The total estimated value of the awarded contract is $25.7 million with options of up to three two-year contracts estimated at $49.7 million.

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Further Ensuring Safety in New York City

Safe Fleet will be responsible for retrieving video events, packaging, and sharing clips with requesting NYC authorities.

The company will also conduct regular maintenance checks and repairs to ensure camera system health and uptime, thereby fostering a safer and more secure transit environment for the city’s commuters.

The services provided in this agreement are part of Safe Fleet’s unique Safety-As-A-Service (SAAS) portfolio, a comprehensive installation, service, and proactive maintenance program that ensures all technology systems are regularly inspected, maintained, and fully operational, guaranteeing optimal performance and longevity of the safety solutions.

“This contract extends our long-term partnership with the MTA, a collaboration that ensures every video event on MTA’s expansive fleet of buses is captured and delivered to the requesting authority,” said Daniel Pulskamp, Safe Fleet’s VP, transit. “We are proud to be part of this initiative that prioritizes the safety and security of New York City’s transit system.”

Contract Impact

The contract award is a significant milestone for Safe Fleet, advancing its “Safe City” vision. The company is building a technology platform where cities can collaborate and share evidence across agencies to elevate safety and protect citizens.

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“We look forward to continuing our work with MTA and playing a key role in realizing a safer city vision for New York City. Our commitment remains to deliver state-of-the-art safety solutions that protect citizens and ensure a high standard of living,” added Pulskamp.

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