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Hurdles/Challenges. Could a common specification be done?. RFP, not IFB 45-Foot Highway Coach Clean Diesel Base bus must meet YOLOBUS needs Variances covered by options. Dealing with C.A.R.B. Waiver if on alternative fuel path
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Could a common specification be done? • RFP, not IFB • 45-Foot Highway Coach • Clean Diesel • Base bus must meet YOLOBUS needs • Variances covered by options
Dealing with C.A.R.B. • Waiver if on alternative fuel path • Changing standards (how do you approach it on a 5-year procurement?) • You don’t want just a commuter coach but an urban complying coach • Limits on what engines are available
Dealing with FTA • How will FTA deal with changes in engine standards and price implications? • Timeliness of Economic Stimulus funds
Dealing with Other State Issues • PTMISEA Funding Timing • STA Funding Phase-Out
Approach • Modified RFP From Elsewhere • Consultant for Technical Specifications, Proposal Review & Pre-award Audit • Panel of Managers from Affected Properties • Convinced Board to Authorize Process to Include Bus Procurement Options