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Ladders of Opportunity Initiative: Information on De-briefs for Non-Selected Projects
The FTA’s Ladders of Opportunity Initiative is one of the most over-subscribed discretionary grant programs in the agency’s history. FTA received 446 project proposals from 282 applicants requesting a total of approximately $1.4 billion—more than 10 times the available funding. This highly...
Section 5309 Bus & Bus Facilities "Ladders of Opportunity" Initiative Project Selections
Project SponsorLocationProject DescriptionAmountState of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public FacilitiesJuneau, AKThe State of Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities will receive funding to purchase and install up to 15 bus shelters for riders at designated bus stops....Availability of FTA Grants for Private Business
Frequently Asked QuestionsWe are in a very small town; not a city. I charge a reduced rate to the elderly. There are a lot of things needed to make my business a success. I'm lacking the money to invest. Is there any grant for women like me in transportation?Except in rare instances, in which...
Real Estate Appraisals
Frequently Asked QuestionsIs there specific FTA language that must be incorporated into contracts for independent appraisal services? If so, where can this language be found?FTA regards the procurement of real estate appraisal services as one that is subject to the requirements of FTA Circular...
Representations and Certifications
Frequently Asked QuestionsA vendor neglected to submit a required certification when responding to a Request for Proposal. If it is a RFP must you automatically declare them non-responsive or can you request said certification since it is an RFP and communication is allowed.If the certification...
DOT Carrier Licenses
Frequently Asked QuestionsI am trying to learn if a particular limousine service has a DOT number. The letterhead of the proprietor lists locations of both Woonsocket, RI, and Norwood, MA.The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration advises that you call their regional office in Cambridge, MA...
Federal Per Diem Rates
Frequently Asked QuestionsMy company is an engineering consulting firm that has contracts with FTA. I am looking for the current FTA per diem rates that my company should use when our employees travel in connection with work on our FTA contracts.Federal Government approved per diem rates may be...
Federal Vehicle Emission Standards
Frequently Asked QuestionsWhen a transit agency is initiating a new vehicle Request for Proposals in 2007, are diesel vehicle engines required to meet the 2007 Federal Emission Standards? Is there any waiver or certification process for the manufacturer that would allow 2006 engines to be bid and...Excluded Parties List
Frequently Asked QuestionsI 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 required to ensure that no party listed on the Federal Government's Excluded Parties List is...