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- December 28, 2017
- December 28, 2017
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We are preparing to send out an IFB seeking a General Contractor for the renovation of an historic building into an intermodal transportation center. The project has a $6.5 million...
- December 28, 2017
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Is there a preferable organizational structure for the procurement function from an independence or authority standpoint?
The FTA policy relating to how grantees are...
- December 28, 2017
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Where do I find the FTA definition of "Incurred cost"? The Texas Department of Transportation believes Incurred Cost to be " a transit agency must pay all costs for goods or...
- December 28, 2017
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What are the FTA’s “piggybacking” regulations?
FTA encourages grantees to enter into State and local agreements for the procurement of common goods and services in order to...
- December 28, 2017
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Do owners normally prequalify bidders prior to issuance of bid documentation or is this process conducted once the bid documentation is issued after a call/invitation for bids but...
- December 28, 2017
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Our City is in the process of putting together a solicitation for professional services and would like to add the provision of progress payments. The payments will be tied to...
- December 28, 2017
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Can Federal funds be used to lease a mobile office trailer? Our intention is to lease with an option to buy. Your guidance will be appreciated.
Federal funds may be used to...
- December 28, 2017
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Q. We recently issued an RFP for towing services with an estimated annual expense of about $150,000. However, the engines in our fixed route buses have a defect, and now we project...
- December 28, 2017
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I can't find the location of the Federal debarred contractors list. Are procurement officers required to check the listing each time a contract is being awarded?
A grantee is...