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Third Party Procurement FAQs

Guidance Disclaimer: These FAQs do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. These FAQs are intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies. FTA recipients and subrecipients should refer to...

Rights of Way

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat requirements govern a transit property signing a lease agreement for a park and ride, and purchasing a right of way for rail development? What are the documentation requirements?

Real property must be acquired, managed, and used in accordance with the Uniform...

Overhead Rates

Frequently Asked QuestionsWe are planning on issuing a time and materials type of contract. We are required to request cost data as part of our negotiations with the highest ranked firm; however, the reimbursements will be based on a fixed hourly rate. Does the contractor have to submit a federally...

Farebox Revenue

Frequently Asked QuestionsAs a Subrecipient for Section 5311 Funds, we Subcontract with a Third Party Contractor to provide the transportation services. Our Contract is a Unit Rate Contract. When calculating Net Operating Expenses, how do we treat Farebox revenue? As the subrecipient, we do not...