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  • October 20, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Q. Would you consider the State of IL Joint Procurement Program a GSA Schedule type contracting method? The State's Central Procurement office issues...

  • October 20, 2015

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    We would like to incentivize our CPFF contractors to perform their contracts in a timely manner. Can we structure our CPFF contracts to pay the fixed fee upon submission of contract...

  • October 20, 2015

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    Q. Does FTA require the grantee/owner to attend the bid opening of a prime contractor that is opening bids from subcontractors on a Design-Build project?

    A. FTA policies...

  • October 20, 2015

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    Is it permissible to exclude the Federal rights In Data provisions from a contract when the contractor will be using open source code software to develop the deliverable items?...

  • October 20, 2015

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    Can a local agency utilizing 5311 funds enter into a MOU with a CSTA for Paratransit as well as fixed route service?

    You should contact your regional FTA office in San...

  • October 20, 2015

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    What are some methods a grantee can use to avoid duplicative or unnecessary purchases?

    The best way to avoid duplicate purchases is to have a good planning and procurement...

  • October 20, 2015

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    What is the definition of an off-the-shelf commercial item? The BPPM appears to say the solicitation can't have specifications for the purchased item to be off-the-shelf. If that's...

  • October 20, 2015

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    Are there any specific time requirements mandated by FTA in regard to the length of time that bidders are given to respond to Invitation for Bids, Request for Proposals, etc. (For...

  • October 20, 2015

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    Can you advise us about grants funds that may exist for transit agencies, State DOT's or school districts to utilize mobile video surveillance systems?

    FTA does not provide...

  • October 20, 2015

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    Q. What is the process that a grantee must take to get a contractor placed on the debarred/suspended list?

    A. A federal agency can only debar an entity that poses a...