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  • 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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  • October 26, 2015

    On February 5, 2015, the Federal Transit Administration announced projects selected for Fiscal Year 2013 and Fiscal Year 2014 funding under the Low and No Emission Vehicle Deployment Program.

    The main purpose of the LoNo Program is to deploy the...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Our question specifically relates to eligible maintenance costs under a service contract, including both facility and vehicle maintenance. The grantee owns the facilities from which...

  • October 26, 2015

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When a transit agency is initiating a new vehicle Request for Proposals in 2007, are diesel vehicle engines required to meet the 2007 Federal Emission Standards? Is there any waiver...