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  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Are purchases from a public utility exempt from competitive procurement requirements?

    Purchases from a public utility are exempt from the FTA competition requirements....

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    "Associated capital maintenance items"—How is this defined and where can I find the definition?

    The term "Associated Capital Maintenance Items" is defined in 49 US Code...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q. For construction projects over $1M: (1) What type of public notice is required by FTA? (2) Does FTA approve the bid package prior to award? (3) What is the FTA...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can you tell us how to contact the US DOT concerning the DOT glass “bug certification” for city buses, school buses, etc?

    You should contact NHTSA and FHWA. The websites of...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q. Would the FTA requirement for "full and open competition" be satisfied by the following procurement method? An open solicitation is issued asking for qualification-based...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I find transportation services for a disabled person?

    You should contact the transit (bus) agency in your area. They should have a paratransit service for disabled...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    FTA Circular 4220.1F states, in Chapter II, subparagraph 2b(2)(a), regarding applicability of the circular, that, "The provisions of this circular continue to apply to contracts in...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    In Phoenix, we are working to develop legislation for a Public Private Partnership (PPP), with an aim to expedite some of the transit/transportation and other infrastructure...

  • October 26, 2015

    In July 2015, FTA announced five planning grants totaling close to $800,000 for projects that showcase promising technologies and practices that improve travel planning and coordination for people who need specialized transportation.

    Mobility...

  • October 26, 2015
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