For September 8, 2008
Table Of Contents
Notices
PUBLIC NOTICE
DBE GOALS FOR FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2009
In accordance with requirements of the U.S. Department of Transportation as set forth in 49 C.F.R. Part 26, as amended, Altoona Metro Transit (AMTRAN) hereby announces its proposed Federal Fiscal Year 2009 goal of 2% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) participation. A description of how the goal was determined is available for review during normal business hours, for 30 calendar days following the date of notice by contacting
Eric Wolf,
General Manager/CEO,
AMTRAN,
3301 Fifth Avenue,
Altoona, PA 16602
(814) 944-4074.
Written comments on the goals may be submitted within 30 calendar days of notice. Firms interested in contracting opportunities are encouraged to contact Eric Wolf at the above address.
Comments may also be directed to the
Federal Transit Administration,
Region III,
Attn: Civil Rights Officer,
1760 Market Street,
Suite 500,
Philadelphia, PA 19103-4124.
PUBLIC NOTICE:
AATA PROPOSED DBE GOALS FOR FY 09
The Ann Arbor Transportation Authority (AATA) has established a goal of 0.79% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (including both DBE’s and women owned firms) during FY 2009.
The proposed overall goal and its rationale are available for inspection during normal business hours, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday at AATA’s headquarters at 2700 S. Industrial Highway, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48104, for 30 days following the date of this notice.
The Federal Transit Administration and AATA will accept comments on the goal for 45 days from the date of this notice. Inquiries may be directed to the following:
AATA DBE Program
Human Resources Department
2700 S. Industrial Highway
Ann Arbor, MI 48104
Notice to Disadvantaged Business Enterprises
The City of Waukesha Transit Commission (Waukesha Metro Transit) announces the establishment of a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal of 2.5% of federal transit funds for fiscal year 2009. A description of the methodology used to determine the goal and the DBE plan are available for public review at the address below, Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00am and 5:00pm.
Comments regarding the goal and the DBE program will be accepted for a period of 45 days following the publication of this notice and should be addressed to:
Kari Bloedow, Controller
Waukesha Metro Transit
2311 Badger Drive
Waukesha, WI 53188-5932
Telephone: 262/524-6664
Waukesha Metro Transit encourages DBE firms to contact us with a letter of introduction outlining the products and/or services provided by your firm.
NOTICE
FORT WAYNE PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CORPORATION
DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM
The Fort Wayne Public Transportation Corporation dba Citilink has established an overall goal of .50% for Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE’s) participating in contracting opportunities during the federal fiscal year 2009 pursuant to 49 CFR Part 26. Documentation on the development of the DBE goal and plan is available for inspection Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for 30 days from the date of this publication.
Comments regarding the goals and the DBE plan should be addressed to:
Susan J. Kain,
Interim Controller/DBE Liaison Officer
FWPTC/Citilink
801 Leesburg Road
Ft. Wayne, IN 46808
Legal Notice
The Connecticut Department of Transportation may require consultant services for various transportation related activities during calendar year 2009.
Consulting firms having a desire to provide such services must be prequalified by the Department. A listing of categories of services for prequalification and the format for submittals can be obtained by visiting the Departments internet web site: www.ct.gov/dot/consultant or by contacting the Consultant Selection Office at (860) 594-3017.
Deadline for submittals is November 15, 2008.
Connecticut Department of Transportation
An EO/AA/ADA Employer
Bids & Proposals Section
SONOMA COUNTY TRANSIT
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FOR PURCHASE OF TEN (10) HEAVY-DUTY,
LOW-FLOOR COMPRESSED NATURAL GAS (CNG) TRANSIT COACHES
WITH OPTIONS FOR ADDITIONAL CNG TRANSIT COACHES.
Proposals, in triplicate, will be received until 2:00 PM on October 14, 2008 by:
Bryan Albee,
Transit Systems Manager,
Sonoma County Transit,
355 W. Robles Avenue,
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
Detailed specifications and request for proposals may be obtained, at no charge, from:
Bryan Albee,
Transit Systems Manager,
Sonoma County Transit,
355 W. Robles Avenue,
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
(707) 585-7516.
Contractor will be required to comply with all applicable Buy America, Bus Testing, Americans with Disabilities Act, Equal Employment Opportunity Laws and Regulations, and DBE/WBE Regulations. Any contract entered into is subject to the conditions of an agreement between the County of Sonoma and the Federal Transit Administration.
Sonoma County Transit reserves the right to reject or accept any and all proposals deemed to be in Sonoma County Transit's best interest.
INVITATION FOR BID
Sealed bids will be received in the office of the
Manager of Procurement,
GREATER DAYTON REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (RTA),
600 Longworth Street,
P.O. Box 1301,
Dayton, Ohio 45401-1301
for the purchase of the following:
Legal Notice No. |
Title |
Pre-Bid Conference |
Due Date and Time |
GD 08-26 |
Fuel For Transit Coaches: Ultra Low Sulfur |
None |
9/3/08 @ 2:00 p.m. |
in accordance with specifications on file at the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority (RTA).
Bid forms, specifications and further information must be obtained at the office of the Greater Dayton Regional Transity Authority. All bidders will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations.
Deborah Howard
Manager, Procurement
REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL
Sealed proposals will be accepted in the office of the
Manager, Procurement and Inventory,
GREATER DAYTON REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY,
4 South Main Street,
P.O. Box 1301,
Dayton, Ohio 45401-1301
for the following procurements:
Legal Notice No. |
Title |
Pre-Proposal Conference |
Due Date and Time |
GD 08-24 |
HRIS/Payroll System |
10:00 a.m., 9/3/08 |
3:00 p.m., 9/24/08 |
Proposal documents, specifications and further information must be obtained at the offices of the Greater Dayton Regional Transit Authority. All bidders will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations.
Deborah Howard
Manager, Procurement and Inventory
BID
The City of Bell Gardens is requesting bids for the operation of the City’s fixed route and dial-a-ride service. For more information contact Ms. Veronica Sanchez at vsanchez@bellgardens.org.
LOS
ANGELES COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
(Metro)
INVITATION FOR BIDS
| CONTRACT NO.: |
C0918 |
| CONTRACT NAME: |
Bus Washer Project at Divisions 1 & 2 |
| PRE-BID CONFERENCE: |
Tuesday, October 7, 2008 @ 10:00 a.m. (Pacific Time)
Metro - Board Overflow Conference Room, 3rd Floor
One Gateway Plaza, Los Angeles, CA 90012 |
| BID DUE DATE: |
Monday, October 20, 2008 @ 2:30 p.m. (Pacific Time)
Metro - One Gateway Plaza, 12th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90012 |
| COST OF DOCUMENTS: |
The non-refundable price for the complete IFB documents is $25 when picked up at the above address; or $35 if documents are to be mailed. Requests must be accompanied by payment to Metro in the form of a money order, a company check, a cashier’s check, or a certified check. Personal checks are not acceptable forms of payment. |
| BONDS: |
10% - Bid Guarantee; 100% Performance and Payment Bonds Upon Award of Contract |
| LICENSE: |
“A” General Engineering Contractor or
“B” General Building Contractor |
| VALP GOAL: |
MBE 10% Voluntary Levels of Participation (VALP)
WBE 10% Voluntary Levels of Participation (VALP) |
| WORK DESCRIPTION: |
To perform a complete design, construction and construction management work of Bus Wash Project for Division 1 and Division 2. The Project is to provide one additional bus wash facility and refurbish one existing bus wash facility at Division 1in order to reduce the time to wash the buses. The refurbished bus wash will have the same criteria as the new bus wash. Also, the Project includes refurbishing an existing bus wash at Division 2. |
| PAYMENT OF PREVAILING WAGES REQUIRED BY |
Metro |
| PROJECT ESTIMATE: |
BETWEEN $1,00,000.00 AND $5,000,000.00 |
| PROJECT DURATION: |
240 days after Notice to Proceed. |
| LIQUIDATED DAMAGES: |
$600 per day for any unexcused contractor delay |
| AWARD: |
Metro will award a contract to the lowest responsible bidder. |
For further information contact Brian P. Mahaffey, Senior Contract Administrator at: Phone: (213) 922-7327 or Fax: (213) 922-3883
Request for Proposals
Comprehensive Operational Analysis of Keyline Transit, Dubuque, Iowa
The City of Dubuque, Iowa is soliciting proposals from qualified consulting firms to prepare a Comprehensive Operational Analysis (COA) of the KeyLine Transit System. Project tasks will include review all transit services and make recommendations on how to improve the deficiencies of the lowest performing routes or services and determine ways of making the entire system more efficient, flexible, and customer-oriented. While the primary focus is examining the existing system, possible expansions into new areas or markets should be recommended if ridership and economic feasibility warrants it.
A pre-proposal conference and conference call is scheduled for September 12, 2008 at 9:00 am to 10 a.m. Central Time at City Hall, 50 West 13th Street, in Conference Room B. For those who are unable to attend, call 563-690-6099.
*Attendance is suggested but not required.
The RFP outlines the detailed scope of work and deliverable products, requirements, selection procedures and the documentation necessary to submit a proposal for the project. Any question concerning the RFP must be submitted to Jon Rodocker, Transit Division Manager by September 15, 2008. A response to questions will be submitted to all proposers by September 17, 2008. A copy of the RFP and corresponding materials may be requested by contacting Jon Rodocker, Transit Division Manager, by telephone at 563-589-4341, fax at 563-589-4340 or e-mail at jrodocke@cityofdubuque.org .
INVITATION FOR BID
Locomotive Engineer Training Simulator
The Northern Indiana Commuter Transportation District (NICTD) is seeking sealed bids from qualified suppliers for a new Locomotive Engineer Training Simulator to be operated at the Operations Control Center located in LaPorte County, Indiana, as more fully described in the Technical Specifications of the Bid Packet. All bids must meet NICTD’s material specifications as further described in the Technical Specifications, Plans and Drawings of the Bid Packet.
A Pre-Bid meeting will be held to discuss the work and contractual obligations in further detail and to answer any questions that the Supplier may have at 2:00 P.M., local time, Wednesday, September 10, 2008 at 601 North Roeske Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana.
Bid Form Packets, including specifications, are available at the following location:
NICTD
Attention: Randy L. Welch, Purchasing Manager
601 North Roeske Avenue
Michigan City, IN 46360
Phone: (219) 874-4221 ext. 267/Fax: (219) 872-5841
Email address: randy.welch@nictd.com
Bid Packets are to be requested by either fax or email. Your request should include the company name, address, email address, the individual’s name to respond to, phone/fax number and either a Federal Express or UPS account number that can be utilized for shipping/ billing purposes.
Bids shall be submitted in a sealed opaque envelope clearly marked: “Locomotive Engineer Training Simulator” which shall be contained within an outer shipping envelope and received at:
NICTD
Attn: Purchasing Manager
33 East U.S. Highway 12
Chesterton, IN 46304
Bids will be received not later than 2:30 p.m., local time, Friday, September 19, 2008, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Bids received after the above stated time and date will be returned to the sender unopened.
NICTD has established an overall Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal of ten (10) percent. Bidders shall make good faith efforts to meet or exceed the District’s Goal.
NICTD reserves the right to reject any and all bids and/or waive minor discrepancies, omissions, variances or irregularities in any bid, provided it is in the District’s best interest to do so. No Bids can be withdrawn for a period of sixty (60) days after the bids are opened.
Gerald R. Hanas
General Manager
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) # 09-001
CITY OF TEMPE, ARIZONA
FIXED ROUTE TRANSIT & ORBIT NEIGHBORHOOD CIRCULATOR SERVICES
The City of Tempe, Arizona is inviting qualified firms to submit a written request for proposals (RFP) for bus fleet maintenance and the operation of Tempe’s local/regional bus service, regional express bus service, FLASH urban circulator for downtown Tempe and Arizona State University, and ORBIT neighborhood circulator services. The fifty-three (53) month contract will commence on April 1, 2009 and conclude on June 30, 2013. The City may, at their option and with approval of the successful proposer, extend the period of this contract up to four (4) additional years at increments to be determined by the City. Interested persons may obtain the RFP by downloading a copy from the City’s website: http://www.tempe.gov/purchasing/bids/.
Any questions pertaining to this RFP shall be directed, in writing, to Lisa Goodman, Procurement Officer at the following address:
Lisa Goodman – Procurement Officer
City of Tempe
Procurement Office
20 East Sixth Street, 2nd Floor
Tempe, AZ 85281
Phone (480) 350-8533
Fax (480) 480-350-8661
Proposals will be received by the City of Tempe Procurement Office until October 16, 2008, 3:00 P.M., local time. Late proposals will not be considered.
NOTICE TO BIDDERS
Sealed bids will be accepted by the City of Johnson City at 209 Water Street, Johnson City, Tennessee, 37601, until 2:30 p.m., EST, October 21, 2008 for the following:
Six (6) thirty foot, medium-duty, low-floor, ADA-accessible buses, as stipulated in the specifications, with an option to purchase eight (8) additional like vehicles within a 36-month period.
At the above stated date and time, bids will be publicly opened and read at the Purchasing Department of the City of Johnson City at 209 Water Street, Johnson City, Tennessee. Specifications may be obtained from Debbie Dillon, Director of Purchasing, at the address above (telephone: 423/975-2717), or may be downloaded from the City of Johnson City website at: http://www.johnsoncitytn.org/index.php?page=home-22
Please refer to Bid # 5203 when making requests.
A pre-bid meeting will be held at
Johnson City Transit,
137 W. Market Street,
Johnson City, Tennessee, 37604
on September 23, 2008, at 11:00 a.m., EST. Prospective bidders are encouraged to attend this meeting, but it is not a requirement for bid submission.
This procurement shall be in accordance with Federal Transit Administration rules and regulations. The successful bidder will be required to comply with all applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. Disadvantaged and business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids proposals in response to this notice, and no bidder will be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, political affiliation, age, or disability in consideration of award of contract.
Bidders are hereby notified that this contract is being funded in part with funding from the Federal Transit Administration and the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
The City reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
Attention: Transit Bus Manufacturing Suppliers.
Daimler Buses North America is a Transit Vehicle Manufacturer seeking DBEs to become suppliers to be used in the manufacture of heavy-duty city transit buses. All vendor submissions will be considered, but should describe previous transit bus experience.
Proposals and company information should be submitted to Daimler Buses North America at 350 Hazelhurst Rd., Mississauga, Ontario, Canada, L5J 4T8 to the attention of Ms. Pinder Gill or via e-mail at pinder.gill@dcbusna.com.
INVITATION FOR BID KT 08-384
CHARLESTON BASE EXPANSION
200 Charleston Blvd., Bremerton, Washington
The scope of work includes but is not limited to the following:
- demolition,installation of new stormwater, domestic water, sanitary and fire water systems.
- Installation of new electrical power supply systems.
- Asphalt and concrete paving, striping and traffic signs;
- fence and gates; new bus wash and fuel/ maintenance buildings with accompanying equipment.
Work will also include renovation of the existing Operations building interior including HVAC equipment. PA, surveillance TV, and access control systems. Light poles, fixtures and bus heater power supply, sidewalks, curbs and landscaping. The Owner will provide building permits for Bus Wash Building, Fuel and Maintenance Building, Administration building and site work.
Interested firms may obtain contract documents in PDF format via mail out CD from Don Laford at URS Corp., 1501 Fourth Ave Suite 1400, Seattle WA 98101 or by email request to Don_Laford@urscorp.com. Bid information is also available for download at http://www.kitsaptransit.org/capital/Proposals.html
DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTALS IS:
4:00 P.M., September 22, 2008
Kitsap Transit reserves the right to reject any and all proposals without cause and to waive any informalities or irregularities. Kitsap Transit, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat., 252.42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations Department of Transportation, subtitle A, of the Secretary, Part 21, nondiscrimination in federally assisted programs of the DOT issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color or national origin in consideration for an award.
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS:
HYBRID TRANSIT VEHICLES
The Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) working with CALSTART’s Small Hybrid Bus Working Group has released the small hybrid bus Request for Proposals (RFP). The performance-based solicitation is for between 16 and 23 small hybrid buses, 25 – 27 feet in length and approximately 19,500 GVWR. These buses will be ordered and used by members of the working group who have committed in principle to purchase between 1 and 3 vehicles per agency. Because the RFP is performance based, the proposers may employ a hybrid technology that they believe best meets the bus specifications and key performance parameters requested in the RFP by the Working Group. Key dates for the proposals are:
Proposal release: August 6, 2008,
Pre-proposal Teleconference: September 9, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. PST,
Proposals due: October 9, 2008 at 1:00 p.m. Central Time to MoDOT.
To receive a copy of the RFP, please visit the CALSTART web site at www.calstart.org or visit the HTUF web site at www.htuf.org Requests to receive a printed copy of the RFP may be directed to Susan Romeo at sromeo@calstart.org All other questions regarding the proposal will be discussed at the pre-proposal teleconference starting at 11:00 a.m. PST on September 9, 2008. The dial-in number for the teleconference is contained within the RFP solicitation document.
Legal Advertisement
Invitation to Bidders / Proposers
Sealed proposals will be received at the Office of the County Purchasing and Contracts Director at 123 West Indiana Avenue, Room 304, DeLand, Florida, until 3:00 p.m. on the day of the bid/proposal closing, at which time proposals will be opened and publicly read aloud. The following proposals will be received:
08-P-153JJ, "Pooled Trolley Purchase"
The purpose of this Request for Proposals (RFP) is to solicit competitive sealed proposals for the purchase of Trolleys for the County of Volusia, Florida, and participating governmental agencies. The proposal closing date is Wednesday, September 24, 2008, at 3:00 p.m., local time. A pre-bid meeting will be held at Votran -- 950 Big Tree Road, South Daytona Beach, Florida, at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, August 29, 2008.
Individuals covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1980 in need of accommodations to attend public bid openings or meetings should contact the Volusia County Purchasing and Contracts Office in DeLand at 386-736-5935 at least five (5) days prior to the bid closing date.
Any person wishing to bid on the project may obtain a copy of the bid/proposal by visiting our web site at www.volusia.org/bidlist or call 386-736-5935 to have a copy mailed.
The County of Volusia reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids/proposals, and to waive informalities.
Gregory Herlean, CPPO, CPCM
Director of Purchasing and Contracts
County of Volusia, Florida
Butler Transit Authority (BTA) in Butler, PA is requesting proposals from qualified firms to provide a turnkey ITS vehicle technology system (“Smart Bus”) for up to 6 fixed route transit buses. The base system will include GPS/GIS, AVL, predictive arrival, Voice Annunciation and APC with options for Smart Card/Farebox and other ITS components.
Prospective proposers are invited to attend a non-mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting on September 29, 2008, 10:00 a.m. at the offices of BTA located at 201 South Main Street, Butler, PA 16001. BTA will present an overview of the project, field questions, and provide a tour of their facilities and a vehicle.
All proposals and related documents will be subject to the financial assistance contract between the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), and BTA. DBE/WBE participation is strongly encouraged.
Copies of the RFP package can be requested by email (jpaul@zoominternet.net), by mail (BTA, 201 South Main Street, Butler, PA, 16001), or by telephone (724) 283-0445 ext. 216. All questions regarding this RFP are to be directed to John Paul, Executive Director.
TORONTO TRANSIT COMMISSION |
PROGRAM OF REQUIREMENTS AND CONCEPTUAL DESIGN
LOW FLOOR LIGHT RAIL VEHICLE MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE FACILITIES |
Proposal No. p11pz08799, Contract No. TC85-6 |
Date Posted: |
Friday August 22, 2008 |
Proposal Close Date: |
2:00 p.m., Thursday, September 18, 2008 |
Addenda Issued to Date: |
1 |
Description of the Work: |
The Commission requires a Consultant to provide professional and support services which includes, but it is not limited to, Program of Requirements study to define the needs of maintenance and storage facilities, Conceptual Design and Site Plan preparation to define property requirements along with identifying major issues to be addressed in an Environmental Assessment. The services are to be provided for 5 facilities within Greater Toronto Area. |
Document Pick Up: |
Project Procurement Section |
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5160 Yonge Street, 6th Floor |
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Toronto, Ontario M2N 6L9 |
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(use west elevators) |
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Business Hours: |
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Non Refundable Document Fee: |
$25.00(includes GST) in the form of a cheque, money order or bank draft made payable to the Toronto Transit Commission (NO CASH). |
Proposal Security: |
None required |
Pre-Bid Meeting |
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Date: |
Wednesday, September 3, 2008 |
Time: |
10:30 a.m. |
Place: |
5160 Yonge Street, Toronto, Room 6-030 |
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Mandatory: |
No |
Contact: |
Marciana Boboc |
E-mail: |
marciana.boboc@ttc.ca |
Phone: |
(416) 393-4794 |
Fax: |
(416) 338-0121 |
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Help Wanted Section
Transit Development Manager
Ben Franklin Transit, a public transportation agency operating in a service area of over 200,000 people located in Southeast Washington, is seeking a Transit Development Manager.
Position duties include:
Managing the Agency’s long-term planning activities; developing, conducting, and evaluating surveys and service requests; managing the Agency’s marketing and public relations activities; managing vanpool/rideshare programs; managing grant application process; managing major contractor services; promoting urban sustainability and livable communities; and managing route and service changes. The 2008 Transit Development Budget is $1,269,861.
Minimum requirements -- Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Transportation, Urban Development, Public Administration, Planning or a related field and five years increasingly responsible management level experience. A Master’s Degree in a related field or equivalent combination of experience and post-graduate education is preferred. The successful candidate must exhibit education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range is $71,000 -- $114,000. Ben Franklin Transit has an attractive retirement and benefits package.
Relocation assistance is available.
To apply:
Complete an online application and post a resume at www.bft.org, or request an application by emailing us at recruiting@bft.org or calling us at 509.734.5119. An application must be submitted in order to be considered.
Ben Franklin Transit, HR Dept, 1000 Columbia Park Trail, Richland, WA 99352.
Closing date is September 30, 2008. EOE.
TRANSIT AND PARKING SYSTEM PLANNER
CITY OF RACINE, WISCONSIN
The City of Racine, Wisconsin is seeking candidates for the position of Transit and Parking System Planner and will be accepting applications until the position is filled. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to: serving as Secretary of the Transit and Parking Commission as well as representing the City, as directed, on various regional and statewide planning committees. A complete job description is available at www.cityofracine.org, or in Human Resources.
Any applicant must be a graduate of an accredited college or university with a degree in Civil or Transportation Engineering, Computer Science, Business or Public Administration and have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in the field of public transportation and parking operations. A comprehensive background investigation will be conducted and the selected candidate must successfully complete a controlled substance screening and medical examination prior to appointment. Interested candidates are required to submit an application, resume and cover letter to:
Human Resources Department,
City Hall,
730 Washington Avenue,
Room 2,
Racine WI 53403
or FAX 262/636-9585, or e-mail jobs@cityofracine.org.
Failure to submit any of the requested documents may disqualify a candidate.
The City of Racine is an Affirmative Action Employer and qualified minority and female candidates are strongly urged to apply for this position.
Transit Planner
The Pioneer Valley Planning Commission, a proactive Regional Planning Agency (RPA) serving New England’s 4th largest metropolitan area located in western MA, seeks a highly motivated professional to fill the position of Transit Planner. This position provides extensive technical support services to the region’s transit authority. Candidates must be technically sound and be able to handle multiple projects.
Requires experience in emerging trends in transit, multi-modal service planning, Environmental Justice planning activities, and coordinating transit ridership surveys. Requires a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in urban planning or a related field and 3 or more years relevant experience. Candidates must have excellent analytical, communication, leadership and computer skills and be familiar with federal transit programs and requirements.
Starting salary of $39,000 to $60,000 depending upon qualifications and experience, with an additional increase of $1,500 upon a successful 6 month review. Exceptional candidates will be considered for a senior level position.
Submit resume with cover letter, writing sample and your starting salary expectation by September 22, 2008 target date to:
Timothy W. Brennan,
Executive Director,
Pioneer Valley Planning Commission,
26 Central Street,
Suite 34,
West Springfield, MA 01089.
An AA/EOE Employer.
Position will remain open until filled.
Manager Fleet Services
The Regional Transportation Commission of Southern Nevada (Las Vegas) is recruiting for a Manager of Fleet Services to manage and coordinate processes and activities related to the purchase, maintenance and disposal of vehicles and equipment utilized in support of transit, paratransit and agency operations.
Requires Equivalent to a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or a closely related field and/or six (6) years of full-time professional heavy duty vehicle procurement and maintenance management experience, two (2) years of which were in a project management/supervisory role. Preference may be given to candidates whose experience is in a public transit or passenger transportation environment.
Salary range: $86K-$130K.
EMPLOYEES DO NOT PAY STATE INCOME TAX OR SOCIAL SECURITY, EMPLOYER PAID RETIREMENT PLAN
For more information and to submit your online application and resume, visit our website at www.rtcsnv.com
Application deadline: Tuesday, September 9, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
TRANSIT SYSTEM MANAGER
City of Elk Grove, California
(Salary under review)
Salary: $73,133 - $102,386 Annually + Excellent Benefits
The City of Elk Grove is seeking an experienced, motivated leader to plan, manage, coordinate and direct the activities and operations of the City’s transit system. Elk Grove is located south of Sacramento.
The ideal candidate will possess a strong municipal finance background as well as a solid grasp of transit operations. In addition, candidate should have a proven track record of building strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
This position will be responsible for managing a service contractor, developing routes, schedules, budgets, and acquiring grants. Along with develop, recommend and administer required transit planning in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements including: short-range transit plan, long range transit plan, Title VI, DBE, and others as mandated.
Qualifications:
Four (4) years experience in transit management, grant or contract administrations and procurement or related field including: short-range and long-range planning, grant administration, contract service procurement and administration, and compliance with regulatory agency requirements.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in Business Administration, Public Administration or transportation/transit related field.
This position is under salary review. The current salary range is $73,133 - $102,386 depending on a candidate's qualifications. Candidates may be eligible for a signing bonus up to $6,000 depending on number of qualified applications received.
To view the complete job description and minimum qualifications, supplemental questionnaire and application filing requirements, please visit our website at www.elkgrovecity.org.
Filing Deadline: September 17, 2008 at 5:00 p.m.
The City of Elk Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer
King County Department of Transportation, Metro-Transit Division
Transit Design and Construction Manager
Are you seeking an exciting career opportunity where you can be a part of a dynamic organization that is making a difference in your community? Metro Transit is the name more than 1.7 million area residents use to refer to the public transit agency serving King County, and has twice been honored as the best-run large public transportation system in North America.
Metro Transit is seeking an experienced Transit Design and Construction Manager to participate as an integral part of Metro’s management team and lead staff in the design and construction of all Transit facilities.
The successful candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management or related field and at least five years of management experience in design and construction.
For more information and instructions on how to apply please visit www.karrasconsulting.net and click on current searches
Veolia Transportation is North America’s largest private transportation provider. We are also one of the only companies to provide a complete range of transportation solutions; from commuter bus to rail; from private hire to Para –transit; from bus-rapid-transit to shared ride transportation. We like to think we have a solution for all transportation needs.
We are currently seeking top transit professionals to join our dynamic organization.
Current opportunities include:
Director of Maintenance – Northern California
Maintenance Manager- Georgia
We also have future openings including:
To view all current openings, please go to www.veoliatransportation.com.
If you would like to submit a resume, please email to pat.gerace@veoliatransportation.com.
PRINCIPAL CONTRACT ADMINISTRATOR
The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), the premier provider of public transportation in San Diego County, is accepting resumes for the position of Principal Contract Administrator until filled.
Under the direction of the Manager of Procurement, incumbent serves as the senior formal procurement adviser to the Manager of Procurement; performs advanced level work to plan, prepare, conduct and oversee the execution of complex procurement activities and all formal procurement for goods, materials, services, and construction. Writes or oversees the writing of contracts; responsible for staying current on the Ellipse procurement system, resolving issues and future development.
Additional essential functions include, but are not limited to, prioritizing and overseeing the execution of complex acquisitions of equipment, materials, supplies, construction and services; oversees and coordinates development and refinement of scopes of work for the combined entities, including MTS Bus and Rail; trains, organizes, assigns and reviews work of subordinates; initiates and oversees the writing of contracts conforming to MTS, State and Federal requirements; and other duties as assigned.
This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified individual seeking a challenge and interested in coming on board with MTS as it continues to meet its monetary challenges while responding to the demands of our growing ridership. For more information see www.sdmts.com.
A successful candidate will possess a college degree in Business, Engineering, Social Sciences, or equivalent professional certification (CPCM, CPM, CPPO, etc.) and a minimum of five (5) years of experience managing complex formal procurement actions.
Salary Range: $59,772 - $95,055 DOQ
Resumes with salary history may be submitted by US Mail, fax or email to:
MTS Human Resources
1255 Imperial Avenue, #1000
San Diego, CA 92101-7490
Fax: 619-557-4585
email: jobs@sdmts.com
PERFORMANCE MONITORING SPECIALIST
The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System (MTS), the premier provider of public transportation in
San Diego County, is accepting resumes for the position of Performance Monitoring Specialist until filled. MTS is an EOE
Under the direction of the Director of Planning and Scheduling, the incumbent will perform responsible, professional transportation planning work concentrating on data collection and analysis, management of the agency’s database, performance monitoring, and communication of results. All functions will be in support of the broader objectives of the MTS Board of Directors, the CEO, the Planning, Scheduling and Performance Monitoring Department and other MTS Departments.
Essential functions include, but are not limited to, implementing and managing the internal MTS database; ongoing data analysis to assist Transportation Planners and Schedulers; use of GIS to analyze data and create maps for agency needs; conduct annual, quarterly and ongoing transit service performance evaluations; coordinate with area transit operators; present oral and written reports; assist in bus and light rail service studies. For more information see www.sdmts.com.
The position of Performance Monitoring Specialist presents a challenge to an individual with strong analytical abilities, experienced in managing multiple projects that desires to come on board with MTS, rated as one of the top employers in the area, now serving a growing population of riders utilizing MTS Bus and MTS Rail to our downtown, beach and inland communities.
A successful candidate will possess a college degree in data analysis, mathematics, transportation planning, engineering, urban studies, GIS or a related field and experience demonstrating substantial knowledge specific to the job functions. Five years of full-time professional work experience in transit planning and/or transit operations with increasing responsibilities is preferred.
Salary Range: $51,636 - $82,749 DOQ
Resumes with salary history may be submitted by US Mail, fax or email to:
MTS Human Resources
1255 Imperial Avenue, #1000
San Diego, CA 92101-7490
Fax: 619-557-4585
email: jobs@sdmts.com
NORTH TEXAS TOLLWAY AUTHORITY
DIRECTOR OF GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS
(Plano, TX)
Salary DOQ. The North Texas Tollway Authority (NTTA) is responsible for constructing, maintaining and operating of toll road projects in North Texas, and currently serves a geographic area consisting of four counties: Collin, Dallas, Denton and Tarrant. The Director of Government Affairs oversees governmental relations activities, manages the image of the Authority, monitors public policy, and maintains positive relationships with elected officials. He/She reviews government notices and communications, develops and distributes newsletters, executive summaries and reports, manages the legislative process, drafts communications and presentations, works with staff, consultants and elected officials, analyzes legislation, attends meetings, and updates staff on issues.
Requires bachelor’s degree and at least five to seven years of directly related progressively professional experience. Interested candidates should apply online at www.allianceresourceconsulting.com by September 22, 2008.
For more information, contact Eric Middleton at (562) 901-0769, or e-mail info@alliancerc.com.
EEO/ADA
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) is the ninth largest transit system in the U.S. and North America, providing Bus, Rail and Mobility service to an average of half a million passengers daily.
MARTA currently has several job vacancies:
Assistant General Manager of Infrastructure
Executive Director of Safety
Senior Director of Quality Assurance & Configuration Management
Our employees are our most important asset. This is why we hire the best talent we can find and offer opportunities to expand and develop their skills while working at MARTA.
For more information about the company and these exciting opportunities, please visit our website at www.itsmarta.com
Come aboard and enjoy the ride!
MARTA promotes Equal Employment Opportunity
Director of Planning & Special Services
The Director of Planning and Special Services is responsible for directing the regional transit authority’s service planning activities, overseeing short-range transit planning, and providing planning and operational guidance for transit planning and corridor studies. The Director supervises the Planning and Special Services Department which is responsible for developing and implementing service changes, planning new routes, developing new service applications and developing fare policy recommendations. The Director serves as primary liaison between the Kansas City Area Transportation Authority and local governments, other transit providers, and other public and civic groups.
The successful candidate must have at minimum a BA/BS degree in Transportation or Urban Planning, Public Administration, Architecture, Engineering or a related field and at least five years’ work experience in urban transportation or transit planning. This position requires an exceptional understanding of transit, transit operations, transit scheduling and transportation project development; managerial experience directing transit planning activities and developing transit service and operating plans; a strong understanding of Federal, state and local government agencies and requirements; along with excellent written and oral communication skills that provide the ability to make convincing presentations to a diverse customer base. Experience with relevant computer programs including planning related applications related to GIS, transit route scheduling, and transit management is also required.
Pay: Commensurate with experience.
For consideration immediately send resume, salary history, salary requirements, and four professional work references to:
KCATA,
Attention: HR,
1200 East 18th Street,
Kansas City, MO 64114
or email: Resumes@kcata.org.
Position will be open until filled.
AA/EOE
Apply for this position using the contact information above or download an application from our website www.kcata.org. Mention you saw the opening listed in Passenger Transport Magazine.
MV Transportation is the fastest growing and most dynamic transportation management firm in the nation. Under the continuous ownership of the original founders, Feysan and Alex Lodde, MV is now the largest woman and minority owned passenger transportation management firm in the United States. Are you looking for one of the best career choices available? MV should be on the top of your list. Our company is a leader in the industry and a great place to work. Our success is attributed to our employees and our exceptional management team. We welcome your interest in our firm as we continue to build our reputation as a desirable employer.
MV transportation is looking for quality people to join our company as Resident Managers to lead public transit management contracts
Resident Manager
The Resident Manager and staff will handle the day-to-day operational matters of a public agency providing transit and paratransit services, including transportation operations, equipment and facility maintenance, safety training, service planning, labor relations, marketing and customer service. Administrative responsibilities may also include financial management, budget preparation, purchasing, capital planning, grants administration, federal, state, and County reporting.
The Resident Manager must have proven ability to communicate effectively and to build consensus with agency and community leaders, Must be fully experienced and well versed in all aspects of the Federal Transit Act and Regulations issued under the Act.
Qualifications of the Resident Manager:
At least two (2) years of successful experience as a full-time resident manager in a public transit system.
At least five (5) years successful experience in the public transit industry.
Administrative and operational experience in fixed route and demand response transit services, maintenance, finance, and compliance with federal and state transportation requirements.
Must have demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate staff toward the delivery of cost efficient quality transit and paratransit services.
Must have the superior time management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent, relevant experience in the public transit industry.
Please email your resume to careers@mvtransit.com. Or visit us online at www.mvtransit.com/careers
You may also mail your resume to:
MV Transportation
2024 college Street
Elk Horn, IA 51531
1-877-LUV-R-BUS
Pre-employment drug screening and background check is required.
MV Transportation is an equal opportunity employer
Transportation Analyst
$49,254 to $75,441 per year depending on qualifications
Are you a numbers cruncher? If so, you will love this Transportation Analyst job! Why not combine that great job with a great employer and work for the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA)?
This Position: will develop alternative transit planning solutions, supervise implementation of short-range transit plans and bus service changes, analyze data, prepare Board reports, maps, charts and graphics, and respond to customers.
The Ideal Candidate: will have knowledge of transit planning, research/statistical methods, and project management. Excellent skills in MS Office, databases, Internet and GIS software.
Qualifications include: a Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in planning, geography, economics, business, public administration or related field plus 3 yrs planning experience. Transportation emphasis desirable.
Excellent benefits including flex time, computer reimbursement, paid retirement and more! Visit our web site for additional information: www.octa.net/careers or call (714) 560-5600. OCTA does not sponsor H1B or other work visas or accept resumes in lieu of online applications.
ORANGE COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
EEO/AAP
HDR, Inc.
Principal Transportation Planner
Minneapolis, MN 55446
HDR is an employee-owned architectural, engineering, planning and consulting firm that excels at helping clients manage complex projects and make sound decisions. Approximately 7,400 professionals, including architects, engineers, consultants, scientists, planners and construction managers, in more than 165 locations worldwide, pool their strengths to provide solutions beyond the scope of traditional A/E/C firms.
Description:
Plans, directs and monitors all aspects of large multi-discipline transportation planning and environmental compliance projects.
Prepares, plans and analyzes compliance documents. Establishes client relations and is involved with marketing, contractual, design and production meetings.
Directs the work of others in the completion of required studies, documents, and reports.
Requires extensive public participation, agency coordination, planning, and programming experience.
Participates in design development and contract document work sessions in conjunction with appropriate technical professionals and other disciplines.
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Is responsible to coordinate the staffing and workload of the staff through the entire project development to complete documents on schedule.
Submit Resume: http://www.gojobs.com/seeker/aoframeset.asp?JobNum=3834544&JBID=1619
Employer Job Code: 071865
[GJ.3834544.1619]
Mobility Manager TRN 183
City of Seattle, Department of Transportation, Policy & Planning
Salary Range $36.31 to $54.47
Closing Date September 17, 2008
Position Duties
Report to the Policy and Planning Division Director and lead strategic transportation policy and plan implementation efforts for transit, freight, parking, and transportation demand management programs.
Oversee development of bus rapid transit (BRT) corridors, delivery of transit speed and reliability capital improvements, and coordinate ferry system development activities.
Manage freight program development and implementation.
Align transportation demand management (TDM) program to address current and emerging needs.
Collaborate with SDOT operations staff and external stakeholders to develop and implement on-street and off-street parking management strategies.
Build effective relationships with external agencies and community and business groups to advance City transportation goals.
Provide advice and guidance to the Department Director, Mayor and City Council.
Represent Department on standing and ad-hoc technical, advisory and project teams.
Ensure projects and programs implement “complete streets” principles and support Mayor’s initiatives on sustainability and race and social justice.
Establish and successfully communicate expectations for staff performance, customer service, work quality standards and project delivery.
Manage and supervise a section of 15 staff; recommend hiring and termination; conduct performance evaluations; manage section work program and budget; and develop staff.
Serve on Division management team and Department’s leadership team.
Support department goals in promoting race and social justice and diversity.
Required Qualifications
The equivalent of a Bachelor’s Degree in public policy, transportation planning, architecture, engineering, urban planning or related field, plus seven or more years of progressively responsible experience including:
Five years experience in planning and policy development.
Five years project management experience and three years supervisory experience.
Three years experience working with elected officials, members of the public and both public and private sector organizations.
Demonstrated understanding of transportation planning and engineering principles and analytical methods.
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, set objectives and goals, and re-prioritize as needed.
Ability to grasp complex issues, identify alternative approaches to problems and issues, and exercise sound judgment.
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal and analytical skills.
May be required to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
Must provide strong leadership, set a professional tone, and foster a working environment of respect, inclusion, and efficiency.
Washington state driver’s license or equivalent mobility.
The ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural workplace and with a diverse customer base.
Desired Qualifications
Graduate degree in relevant subject area.
Four or more years experience in highly complex multi-modal transportation projects and policy.
Experience negotiating agreements and problem-solving in a resource constrained environment.
Successful leadership in project development and delivery with matrix-managed teams.
Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and manage demanding and competing deadlines.
Ability to handle sensitive issues with diplomacy and poise.
Bilingual is a plus.
Director of Transit
The Napa County Transportation and Planning Agency is seeking a full-time Director of Transit to act as the chief administrator of the countywide fixed route, paratransit, and local shuttle transit systems within the Napa Valley. The incumbent in this position will work in collaboration with the Transportation Agency Director in the execution of all of the agency’s administrative and operational responsibilities and will assist in the formulation, review, and implementation of program policies and procedures. This position will require a high level of knowledge, skill, and expertise in transit principals, research planning and administration. Work requires contact with the public.
Salary range DOE.
Please submit cover letter and résumé to:
NCTPA Human Resources,
707 Randolph Street
Napa CA 94559
by 5:00 p.m. September 19, 2008.
Full job description and benefits available at www.nctpa.net.
New York State Department of Transportation
Director, Financial Administration 6
DUTIES:
Under the general direction of the Deputy Commissioner for the Policy & Planning Division, the incumbent will be the Director of the Office of Finance and will serve as the Department’s Chief Financial Officer. The Director will be responsible for the development of the agency’s overall financial policy, budgets and fiscal plans; providing the Commissioner and Executive staff with financial information and policy advice on all fiscal matters; and representing the agency on all budgetary and financial negotiations with the NYS Division of the Budget, the New York State Legislature, U.S. Department of Transportation and its subsidiaries.
For complete job description visit https://www.nysdot.gov/portal/page/portal/jobs/available-job-opportunities/opportunities-with-printable-application
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidate must posses a Bachelor’s Degree plus seven years experience of progressively increasing responsibility developing and executing comprehensive programs of financial policy and fiscal control. The possession of a Master’s degree or a CPA license can each count as one year of experience.
Candidate must have held a position with financial and budgetary programs involving very large and complex budgets, large and multi-faceted subordinate organizations, and agency operating programs that require the development and application of new approaches to the solution of fiscal problems.
SALARY RANGE:
From approximately $110,000 to $140,000 per year
TO APPLY:
Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest and current resume no later than
September 26, 2008 to:
Dawn Loux
New York State Department of Transportation
50 Wolf Road, 6th Floor
Albany, NY 12232
Phone: (518) 457-9750
Fax: (518) 485-8276
dloux@dot.state.ny.us
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