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Procurement Processing Timelines

Frequently Asked QuestionsAre there any summaries of the procurement process timelines for various agencies throughout the U.S.?  Also, are there any specific staff performance measures used in the procurement department of transit agencies?

We are not aware of any procurement timelines or...

Availability of FTA Grant Funds for a University

Frequently Asked QuestionsWe here at the University of Alaska Fairbanks currently run a fixed route bus system with 4 routes on campus, as well as an on-call shuttle which transports passengers from certain off-campus locations to on-campus, and is also used for the on-call transportation of ADA...

Definition of Rolling Stock

Frequently Asked QuestionsWhat is the definition of "rolling stock?"

Rolling stock is defined in the Buy America regulations (49 CFR Part 661.3) as: "transit vehicles such as buses, vans, cars, railcars, locomotives, trolley cars and buses, and ferry boats, as well as vehicles used for support...

Contacting Transit Agencies

Frequently Asked QuestionsWe are a commercial paint and body facility and have experience in repairing and refinishing transit buses. Could you tell me what or where is the best source to find opportunities to bid on painting of transit buses? We are primarily interested in the South Eastern US.

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Price Escalation Clause

Frequently Asked QuestionsWe used the price redetermination clause in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as the basis for a price redetermination clause in our contract. Is the intent of the price redetermination clause to allow for periodic adjustments to the total costs for each contract...

Small Business Opportunities

Frequently Asked QuestionsHow to I find procurement opportunities for a small business?

For contracting opportunities with the U.S. Department of Transportation, contact the DOT Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization at (202) 366-1930. They can advise you not only of DOT business...

Charter Bus

Frequently Asked QuestionsI work for the Children's Miracle Network. For the past 12 years we have come to Washington D.C. bringing a family from each state. We do some touring, take these kids to have lunch with their Senator and also visit the President at the White House. We have used the WMATA...

Audits of Third Party Contracts

Frequently Asked QuestionsIs it mandatory for recipients to audit per FTA's Grant Management Guidelines, Circular 5010.1C, dated October 1, 1998, Chapter III-7, Third Party Contract Audits? 5010.1D does not have this requirement hence the confusion.

The subject of audits of third party...