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  • October 16, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    We are doing research on changing our current subsidy from a flat rate to a tiered subsidy. Are there limits on how much a van can be subsidized? Background: We provide a $400...

  • October 16, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    We have bid on a number of FTA funded par transit contracts. Having reviewed FTA Third Party Contracting Guidance, we have interpreted Page IV-16 (f) to mandate that some "...

  • October 16, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Where can I send an ATM proposal for ATM placements at transit stations that have high-traffic and a need for cash?

    You will need to contact the transit agencies that operate...

  • October 15, 2015

    NTD 2.0 Monthly Ridership Webinar, October 2014 (.PDF)

  • October 15, 2015
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  • October 15, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What if any additional clauses are we required to put in our contracts if they are funded with Recovery Act stimulus funds?

    Title XII of ARRA holds recipients of FTA Recovery Act funds to the...

  • October 15, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is definition of "family" for purposes of the reference to “poverty line” in the definition of “eligible low-income individual” in FTA Circular 9050.1, “The Job Access and...

  • October 15, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does the renewal of insurance policies for the transit agency, such as worker's compensation or liability coverage fall under Procurement guidelines? Are we required to have our...

  • October 15, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is it a requirement or best practice that you state in your award letter the funding source?  For example, the contract is subject to financial assistance between the DOT and...

  • October 15, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What guidance is online regarding procurements of construction projects that utilize ARRA funds? If the recipient wishes to inform the prospective bidder that the project is ARRA...