anchor Description
This project provides for the systematic replacement of the heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), mechanical systems, and electrical systems at the Brookville Maintenance Facility (BMF) Transit shop, which is a major maintenance and repair facility for the Ride On bus fleet. This is the site for the Brookville Smart Energy Bus Depot, an integrated microgrid and electric bus charging infrastructure project.
anchorEstimated Schedule
Design and construction of the Bus Repair Bay will be completed in FY26 and FY27. Improvements to the Bus Wash Bay will be completed in FY28.
anchor Justification
Brookville HVAC (Building D) is a major maintenance and repair facility for Ride On bus fleet. Without proper heating and cooling, employees will not be able to work inside the facility. This is both a safety and health concern to ensure proper air circulation to eliminate air-borne diseases. The current system is at least 40 years old and has failed repeatedly over the last several years. Attempts to temporarily fix the system have been made, but failure is imminent within approximately two years.
anchorFiscal Note
Short-term financing to be provided by the Montgomery County Green Bank.
anchorCoordination
Department of Transportation, Pepco, Montgomery County Green Bank.