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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...

Organizational Structure for Procurement Office

Frequently Asked QuestionsIs there a preferable organizational structure for the procurement function from an independence or authority standpoint?

The FTA policy relating to how grantees are organized is contained in FTA Circular 4220.1F, Chapter 1, paragraph 5, “FTA’S ROLE”: “FTA does not...

Options

Frequently Asked QuestionsWe 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 budget of FTA funds. Will we be in compliance with FTA's Procurement Guidelines if we follow...

Notice of Amendment to RFP/RFQ/IFB

Frequently Asked QuestionsQ. We are trying to put together a Standard Operating Procedure for the purchasing department. A question under debate is the length of notice that is required when amending an IFB/RFQ/RFP. The Ohio Revised Code states that if an amendment changes the specification and if...

Multiple Contract Awards

Frequently Asked QuestionsQ. Management is considering releasing an RFP for various future vehicle/facility-inspection activities on an ongoing basis. The plan is to award an open-ended contract to each qualified proposer, with a ranking by fixed-fee and category of work, with costs varying by...

FTA Cooperative Agreement, FTA C-19, October 1, 2012

COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT(FTA C-19, October 1, 2012)On the date the authorized U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) official signs this Cooperative Agreement, FTA has Awarded Federal assistance in support of the Project described below. Upon execution of this...

FTA Grant Agreement, FTA G-19 - October 1, 2012

GRANT AGREEMENT(FTA G-19, October 1, 2012)On the date the authorized U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA) official signs this Grant Agreement, FTA has Awarded Federal assistance in support of the Project described below. Upon execution of this Grant Agreement...