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News Archive

  • February 19, 2018

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Our agency is having a problem getting bids on a particular floor scrubber - it looks like we will only receive one. However, this floor scrubber is available on the State...

  • February 19, 2018

    Frequently Asked Questions

    With respect to third party contracts, is there any reason why a contracting entity would be precluded from establishing a small business set aside? The entity in question is not...

  • February 19, 2018

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is there ONE place that I can go to find information on federal requirements and best practices for small construction projects (e.g. sidewalk construction under $5000)? If yes,...

  • February 19, 2018

    Frequently Asked Questions

    If we have a brand of software currently in use and we are renewing the annual licensing agreement or maintenance contracts, do we need a sole source or sole brand justification to...

  • February 19, 2018

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Clean Air Act Requirements: Are there “Clean Air” standards that apply to the procurement of vehicles under FTA Guidelines?

    The Clean Air requirements apply to all contracts...

  • February 19, 2018

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What requirements govern use of subcontractors in procurement?

    There are no requirements regarding subcontracting in the Best Practices Procurement Manual (BPPM) except those...

  • February 16, 2018

    The Florida Department of Transportation, in partnership with the South Florida Regional Transportation Authority, the Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority, and Broward County Transit, is proposing to construct a modern streetcar in downtown...

  • February 16, 2018

    The Jacksonville Transportation Authority, in coordination with the City of Jacksonville and the Florida Department of Transportation, proposes to implement a bus rapid transit line from the Rosa Parks Transit Station to Jacksonville Beach.

  • February 16, 2018

    The Jacksonville Transportation Authority, in coordination with the City of Jacksonville and the Florida Department of Transportation, proposes to implement a bus rapid transit line from the Convention Center in downtown Jacksonville, via Florida...

  • February 16, 2018

    The Florida Department of Transportation proposes to construct a 5.5-mile, east-west commuter rail project connecting the north-south-running SunRail system with the Orlando International Airport.