HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 2004-R0218 - State_Local Public Transportation Grant Agreement - FTA - 05_06_2004Resolution No. 2004-RO218
May 6, 2004
Item No. 29
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
THAT the Mayor of the City of Lubbock is hereby authorized and directed to
execute for and on behalf of the City of Lubbock a State/Local Public Transportation
(Section 5310) Grant Agreement (Contract No. 51405F7165) and any associated
documents by and between the City of Lubbock and Federal Transit Administration, a
copy of which Grant is attached hereto and which shall be spread upon the minutes of this
Council and as spread upon the minutes of this Council shall constitute and be a part
hereof as if fully copied herein in detail.
Passed by the City Council this 6th day of
ATTEST:
Rebec a Garza, City Secretary
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
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Craig F
Director f lanning Transportation
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
G. Vandiver, Attorney of Counsel
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SUBRECIPIENT: CITIBUS / CITY OF LUBBOCK
STATE/LOCAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION (SECTION 5310) GRANT AGREEMENT
STATE PROJECT NO.: ED 0404(05)
MISC. CONTRACT NO. 51405F7165
CONTRACT DETAIL NO.: 0160 - 40 - 504
THE STATE OF TEXAS §
THE COUNTY OF TRAVIS §
STATE/LOCAL PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
GRANT AGREEMENT
THIS GRANT AGREEMENT is made by and between the State of Texas, acting through the Texas
Department of Transportation, hereinafter called the "State," and CITIBUS / CITY OF LUBBOCK,
hereinafter called the "Subrecipient."
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, 49 U.S.C. Section 5310, authorizes the U.S. Secretary of Transportation to make grants
to state governments to help them provide mass transportation service planned, designed, and
carried out to meet the special needs of elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities; and,
WHEREAS, Transportation Code, Chapter 455, authorizes the State to assist the Subrecipient in
procuring aid for the purpose of establishing and maintaining public and mass transportation projects
and to administer funds appropriated for public transportation under Transportation Code, Chapter
456; and,
WHEREAS, the Governor of the State of Texas has designated the Texas Department of
Transportation (State) to receive federal funds under the Section 5310 grant program; and
WHEREAS, the Texas Transportation Commission passed Minute Order No. 109612, authorizing the
issuance of contracts in accordance with this program for public transportation; and,
WHEREAS, the Subrecipient submitted an application under Section 5310 for federal financial
assistance to be used to provide transportation services to elderly individuals and individuals with
disabilities; and,
WHEREAS, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation approved the State's request;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and of the mutual covenants hereinafter set
forth, the State and the Subrecipient hereto agree as follows.
AGREEMENT
ARTICLE 1. GRANT PERIOD
This grant agreement becomes effective when fully executed by both parties or on May 01, 2004,
whichever is later. This grant agreement shall terminate on May 31, 2006, unless terminated or
otherwise modified as hereinafter provided.
ARTICLE 2. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Subrecipient shall commence, carry out and complete the public transportation project described
in Attachment A, Approved Project Description, with all practicable dispatch, in a sound, economical
and efficient manner. The Subrecipient shall carryout the public transportation project described in
4ttachment A, Approved Project Description in accordance with the provisions of the Project
Description, this grant agreement, federal and state law, and federal and state regulations.
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If applicable, the Subrecipient shall begin competitive procurement procedures no later than thirty
(30) days after the effective date of this grant agreement for the purchase of the approved line item(s)
referenced in Attachment B, Project Budget. No later than sixty (60) days after the issuance of public
notification, the Subrecipient shall publicly open all bids. The Subrecipient shall issue a purchase
order no later than thirty (30) days after the opening of an acceptable bid. The Subrecipient shall
notify the department in writing when it is necessary to exceed these deadlines.
ARTICLE 3. COMPENSATION
A. The maximum amount payable under this grant agreement without modification is $ 18,452.00
provided that expenditures are made in accordance with the amounts and for the purposes
authorized in Attachment A, Approved Project Description and Attachment B, Project Budget.
B. The State's reimbursement to the Subrecipient is contingent upon the availability of appropriated
funds. The State shall have no liability for any claims submitted by the Subrecipient or its
subcontractors, vendors, manufacturers or suppliers if sufficient federal or state funds are not
available to pay the Subrecipient's claims.
C. To be eligible for reimbursement under this grant agreement, a cost must be incurred within the
grant agreement period specified in Article 1, Grant Period, and be authorized in Attachment A,
Approved Project Description and Attachment B, Project Budget.
D. The Subrecipient must submit requests for reimbursement to the State no more frequently than
monthly and no later than forty-five (45) days after the date of the invoices submitted for
reimbursement. The Subrecipient will use invoice statements acceptable to the State.
Additional documentation to support any cost incurred during the billing period may be required
at the discretion of the State. As a minimum, each billing must be accompanied by a summary
by budget line item which indicates the total amount authorized for each line item, previous
expenditures, current period expenditures and the balance remaining in the line item.
E. The original and one copy of the invoice is to be submitted to the following address:
Randy C. Hopmann, P.E., District Engineer
Texas Department of Transportation
135 Slaton Road
LubbockTexas 79404-5201
F. The State will make payment within thirty (30) days of the receipt of properly prepared requests
for reimbursement.
G. The Subrecipient will submit a final billing within forty-five (45) days of the completion or
termination of the grant agreement in accordance with Article 1, Grant Period.
H. The Subrecipient shall pay all subcontractors and vendors for work performed within ten (10)
days after the Subrecipient receives payment for the work performed by the subcontractor. Also,
any retained monies on a subcontractor's work shall be paid to the subcontractor within ten (10)
days after the Subrecipient receives any retainage payment. The State shall not be responsible
for the debts of the Subrecipient.
The above requirements are also applicable to all sub -tier subcontractors and the above
provisions shall be made a part of all subcontracts.
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements may cause withholding of payments to the
Subrecipient and will be grounds for termination of this grant agreement by the State.
ARTICLE 4. AMENDMENTS
A. Except as noted below, changes in the scope, objectives, cost or duration of the project
authorized herein shall be enacted by written amendment approved by the parties hereto before
additional work may be performed or additional costs incurred. Any amendment so approved
must be executed by both parties within the grant period specified in Article 1, Grant Period.
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B. The Subrecipient is authorized to re -budget without a formal amendment when the proposed
revision involves an increase in one category and a corresponding decrease in another,
provided however, that any such revision meets all of the following criteria:
1. Does not result in the need for additional funds; and,
2. Does not exceed the current total approved budget; and,
3. Does not involve a transfer of funds from an authorized capital equipment purchase to
another category; and,
4. Does not involve a transfer of funds from training to another expense category; and,
5. Does not involve a transfer of funds from construction to a non -construction category; and,
6. Does not involve a transfer of funds from a direct to indirect cost category.
C. If a proposed revision meets all of the criteria listed above, the Subrecipient must notify the
State in writing before the revision is made, describing the revision, explaining the need, and
certifying that it complies with the above criteria.
ARTICLE 5. SUBCONTRACTS
The Subrecipient shall not enter into any subcontract with individuals or organizations for the
purchase of equipment and/or to provide professional services, without prior authorization and
consent to the subcontract by the State. All Subcontracts shall contain all required provisions
required by state or federal law. Subrecipients shall furnish the department notice of the intent to
award a purchase order or contract to any individuals or organizations not a part of the Subrecipient's
organization when the amount of the purchase meets or exceeds the threshold level in the
Government Code or Local Government Code (or $15,000 for those entities not covered by the
Government Code or Local Government Code) requiring formal competitive procurement. Purchases
shall not be split out to stay below the threshold amount. No subcontract will relieve the Subrecipient
of its responsibility under this grant agreement.
For a Recipient that is a for -profit organization, the provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation,
48 C.F.R. Chapter I, Subpart 31.2, "Contracts with Commercial Organizations" apply.
ARTICLE 6. AUDIT REQUIREMENTS
Subrecipient audit procedures shall meet or exceed the audit requirements outlined in applicable
Federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) publications as follows:
OMB Circular A-21, Cost Principles for Educational Institutions
OMB Circular A-87, Cost Principles for State and Local Governments
OMB Circular A-122, Cost Principles for Nonprofit Organizations
OMB Circular A-133, Audits of States, Local Governments and Non -Profit Organizations
ARTICLE 7. PROCUREMENT STANDARDS
Subrecipient procurement standards shall meet or exceed the requirements of 49 C.F.R. §18,36, and
49 CFR Part 19 including standards for competitive procurements; methods of procurement;
contracting with small and minority firms, women's business enterprise and labor surplus area firms;
contract cost and price; awarding agency review; insurance and bonding.
The Subrecipient's procurement system must include but not be limited to the following procurement
standards.
A. Procurement procedures which reflect applicable state and local laws and regulations, provided
that the procurements conform to applicable federal law and the standards identified in this
section.
B. A contract administration system which ensures that contractors perform in accordance with the
terms, conditions, and specifications of their contracts or purchase orders.
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C. A written code of standards of conduct governing the performance of employees engaged in the
award and administration of contracts. No employee, officer, or agency of the Subrecipient shall
participate in selection or in the award or administration of a contract supported by state or
federal funds if a conflict of interest, real or apparent, would be involved.
D. A process for review of proposed procurements to avoid purchase of unnecessary or duplicative
items.
E. Use of state and local intergovernmental agreements for procurement or use of common goods
and services to foster greater economy and efficiency.
F. Use of value engineering clauses in contracts for construction projects.
G. Awards made only to responsible contractors possessing the ability to perform successfully
under the terms and conditions of a proposed procurement, giving consideration to such matters
as contractor integrity, compliance with public policy, record of past performance, and financial
and technical resources.
H. Records sufficient to detail the significant history of procurement, including rationale for the
method of procurement, selection of contract type, contractor selection or rejection, and the
basis for the contract price.
1. Limited use of time -and -materials contracts.
J. Use of good administrative practices and sound business judgment to settle contractual and
administrative issues arising out of procurements.
K. Protest procedures to handle and resolve disputes relating to procurements and prompt
disclosure to the State of information regarding the protest.
L. Procurement transactions conducted in a manner that provides full and open competition.
M. If equipment or real property is transferred to a Subrecipient, that equipment or real property
shall be owned and operated in accordance with the same rules and regulations governing the
ownership and operation of equipment or real property acquired with financial assistance from
the State.
N. The equipment and program provisions survive the contract duration.
O. These standards will only apply to the project described in Attachment A, Approved Project
Description.
Upon procurement of items under this grant agreement, the Subrecipient shall submit to the State a
list of all bidders and subcontractors that quoted on the procured items. The Subrecipient shall
submit the list with their requests for reimbursements and must include names, addresses, telephone
numbers, and type(s) of work quoted.
ARTICLE 8. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
The State must concur in the award of all purchase orders for non -expendable personal property as
defined in 49 C.F.R. Section 18.31.
ARTICLE 9. EQUIPMENT MANAGEMENT
A. Management standards include, but are not limited to:
1. Recording the State's security interest as a lien on the certificate of title of the vehicle at
the time of purchase in accordance with Transportation Code, Chapter 501.
2. Subrecipient shall record the State's security interest as a lien on the certificate of title of
the vehicle at the time of purchase in accordance with Transportation Code, Chapter 501.
3. Maintain equipment records that include a description of the equipment; a serial number or
other identification number; the source of equipment; who holds title; the acquisition date
and cost of the equipment; percentage of federal and state participation in the cost of the
equipment; the location, use and condition of the equipment; maintenance history for each
vehicle; and ultimate disposition data including the date of disposal and sale price.
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4. Conduct a physical inventory of the equipment at least once every two (2) years and
reconcile the inventory with equipment records described in the preceding paragraph.
5. Develop a control system to ensure adequate safeguards to prevent loss, damage, or theft
of the equipment. Any loss, damage, or theft shall be investigated.
6. Develop and follow procedures to keep the equipment maintained and in good condition.
At a minimum, the Subrecipient shall follow the vehicle maintenance schedule
recommended by the manufacturer, showing the date the maintenance was performed.
Maintenance records shall be provided to the State upon request.
7. Request disposition instructions from the State, and if authorized to sell the equipment, use
proper sales procedures to insure the highest possible return.
B. The Subrecipient will comply with Title 43, Texas Administrative Code §31.53, to protect the
public investment in real property and equipment purchased in whole or in part with state or
federal funds.
C. In the event that project equipment is not used in the proper manner or is withdrawn from public
transportation services, the Subrecipient shall immediately notify the State. The State reserves
the right to direct the sale or transfer of property acquired under this grant agreement upon
determination by the State that said property has not been fully or properly used.
D. All vehicles purchased under this grant agreement shall comply with the Motor Vehicle Safety
Standards established by the US Department of Transportation.
E. Irrespective of coverage by insurance, unless otherwise approved in writing by the State, in the
event of loss or damage to project property, whether by casualty or fire, the fair market value will
be the value of the property immediately before the casualty or fire.
F. The Subrecipient shall notify the State immediately of theft, wreck, vandalism or other
destruction of project -related facilities or equipment.
ARTICLE 10. COORDINATION
According to Title 43 of the Texas Administrative Code §31.49, the Subrecipient will at all times
coordinate the provision of public transportation services with other transportation operators, both
public and private, in the area. The Subrecipient will furnish the State copies of any agreement
resulting from such coordination. Agreements that authorize the payment of project funds to another
entity are subject to the approval requirements described in Article 5, Subcontracts.
ARTICLE 11. LABOR PROTECTION PROVISIONS
If applicable, the Subrecipient shall comply with the labor protection provisions as listed below.
The Subrecipient agrees that the following terms and conditions shall apply for the
protection of employees in the mass passenger transportation industry in the area of the
project:
A. The project shall be carried out in such a manner and upon such terms and conditions as will
not adversely affect employees in the mass passenger transportation industry within the service
area of the project.
B. All rights, privileges, and benefits (including pension rights and benefits) of employees (including
employees already retired) shall be preserved and continued.
C. The Subrecipient shall be financially responsible for any deprivation of employment or other
worsening of employment position as a result of the project.
D. In the event an employee is terminated or laid off as a result of the project, he or she shall be
granted priority of employment or reemployment to fill any vacant position for which he or she is,
or by training or retraining can become, qualified. In the event training is required by such
employment or reemployment, the Subrecipient shall provide or provide for such training or
retraining at no cost to the employee.
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E. Any employee who is laid off or otherwise deprived of employment or placed in a worse position
with respect to compensation, hours, working conditions, fringe benefits, or rights and privileges
pertaining thereto at any time during his or her employment as a result of the project, including
any program of efficiencies or economies directly or indirectly related thereto, shall be entitled to
receive any applicable rights, privileges and benefits as specified in the employee protective
arrangement certified by the Secretary of Labor under Section 405(b) of the Rail Passenger
Service Act of 1970 on April 16, 1971. An employee shall not be regarded as deprived of
employment or placed in a worse position with respect to compensation, etc., in case of his or
her resignation, death, retirement, dismissal for cause, or failure to work due to disability or
discipline. The phrase "as a result of the project" as used herein shall include events occurring
in anticipation of, during, and subsequent to the project.
F. In the event any provision of these conditions is held to the invalid or otherwise unenforceable,
the Subrecipient, the employees and/or their representatives may invoke the jurisdiction of the
Secretary of Labor to determine substitute fair and equitable employee protective arrangements
which shall be incorporated in these conditions.
G. The Subrecipient agrees that any controversy respecting the project's effects upon employees,
the interpretation or application of these conditions and the disposition of any claim arising
hereunder may be submitted by any party to the dispute including the employees or their
representative for determination by the Secretary of Labor, whose decision shall be final.
H. The Subrecipient shall maintain and keep on file all relevant books and records in sufficient
detail as to provide the basic information necessary to the making of the decisions called for in
the preceding paragraph.
I. The Subrecipient will post, in a prominent and accessible place, a notice stating that the
Subrecipient is a recipient of Federal assistance under the Federal Transit Act and has agreed
to comply with the provisions of 49 U.S.C., Section 5333(b).
The notice shall also specify the terms and conditions set forth herein for the protection of
employees.
ARTICLE 12. MONITORING
A. The State will monitor the progress of the project authorized in this agreement using appropriate
and necessary inspections, including but not limited to periodic reports, physical inspection of
project facilities, telephone conversations, letters, and conferences.
B. The State shall monitor and conduct fiscal and/or program audits of the Subrecipient and its
contractors to verify the extent of services provided under the terms of the grant agreement.
Representatives of the State or Federal government shall have access to project facilities and
records at all reasonable times.
C. The state auditor may conduct an audit or investigation of any entity receiving funds from the
state directly under the contract or indirectly through a subcontract under the contract.
Acceptance of funds directly under the contract or indirectly through a subcontract under this
contract acts as acceptance of the authority of the state auditor, under the direction of the
legislative audit committee, to conduct an audit or investigation in connection with those funds.
ARTICLE 13. REPORTS
A. The Subrecipient shall submit written or electronic reports at intervals and in a format prescribed
by the State.
1. Quarterly Operating Report - No later than fifteen (15) working days after the end of the
quarter, for which the report is made, the Subrecipient shall submit an activity report to the
State. At a minimum, the quarterly operating report will include the number of vehicles in
operation; total one-way passenger trips; total miles traveled; total expenses, including
administrative and operating expenses; revenue, including fares and donations, operating
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cost per vehicle mile; operating cost per passenger trip; and number of passengers per mile
traveled. The State may require more frequent operating reports for reasons of its own, or if
the Subrecipient does not provide the reports in a timely manner or if the reports indicate
unfavorable trends.
2. Status of Procurements - If the grant includes the purchase of vehicles or other capital
equipment, the Subrecipient shall submit a quarterly report consisting of a brief narrative
including but not limited to procurement milestones, including date of purchase order, vendor
name and location, and estimated delivery date.
3. Status of Construction - if the grant includes construction, the Subrecipient shall submit
quarterly narrative reports which include but are not limited to the progress of construction.
B. Regardless of the type of assistance included in the grant, the Subrecipient shall promptly
advise the State in writing if at any time the progress of the project will be negatively or positively
impacted, including:
1. Problems, delays or adverse conditions that will materially affect the Subrecipient's ability to
attain program objectives, prevent the meeting of time schedules and goals, or preclude the
attainment of project work units by established time periods. This disclosure shall be
accompanied by a statement of the action taken, or contemplated, by the Subrecipient and
any State assistance needed to resolve the situation.
2. Favorable developments or events that will enable the Subrecipient to meet time schedules
and goals sooner than anticipated or produce more work units than originally projected.
C. Every two (2) years, or more frequently when instructed by the State, the Subrecipient shall
conduct a physical inventory of grant -supported property as set forth in Article 9, Equipment
Management, and furnish the State a copy of the inventory.
D. The Subrecipient shall develop performance goals and management objectives in accordance
with Title 43, Texas Administrative Code §31.36,
E. The Subrecipient shall maintain written maintenance records for each grant -supported vehicle,
and shall make such records available to the State upon request. As a minimum, the
Subrecipient shall comply with the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule.
ARTICLE 14. DISPUTES AND REMEDIES
A. The Subrecipient shall be responsible for the settlement of all contractual and administrative
issues arising out of procurements entered in support of the grant.
B. Any dispute concerning the work hereunder, additional costs, or any other non -procurement
issue shall be submitted for resolution by informal mediation, in accordance with the
requirements of the Governmental Dispute Resolution Act, Chapter 2009, Government Code,
unless the subject matter applies under Title 43, Texas Administrative Code §9.2.
C. This agreement shall not be considered as specifying the exclusive remedy for any default, but
all remedies existing at law and in equity may be availed of by either party and shall be
cumulative.
ARTICLE 15. TERMINATION
A. The State may terminate this grant agreement at any time before the date of completion
whenever it is determined that the Subrecipient has failed to comply with the conditions of the
grant agreement. The State shall give written notice to the Subrecipient at least thirty (30) days
prior to the effective date of termination and specify the effective date of termination, the reason
for the termination, and other termination instructions. Additionally, if the State notifies the
Subrecipient of a major deficiency and the Subrecipient does not respond in the manner
required by the State, the State will immediately terminate the contract, direct the disposition of
equipment purchased with grant funds, or both.
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B. If both parties to this grant agreement agree that the continuation of the grant would not produce
beneficial results commensurate with the further expenditure of funds, the parties shall agree
upon the termination conditions, including the effective date. In the event that both parties agree
that resumption of the grant is warranted, a new grant agreement must be developed and
executed by both parties.
C. Either the State or the Subrecipient may terminate this agreement by giving notice in writing one
to the other for reasons of its own and not subject to the approval of the other party. In the event
of termination for convenience, neither the State nor the Subrecipient shall be subject to
additional liability except as otherwise provided in this agreement.
D. Upon termination of this grant agreement, whether for cause or at the convenience of the
parties hereto, title to all property and equipment remains with the Subrecipient subject to the
obligations and conditions set forth in this grant agreement and 49 C.F.R. 18.31 and 18.32,
unless the state or federal funding agency issue disposition instructions to the contrary.
E. In the event of termination, the State may compensate the Subrecipient for those eligible
expenses incurred during the grant periods that are directly attributable to the completed portion
of the grant covered by this grant agreement, provided that the grant has been completed in
accordance with the terms of the grant agreement. The Subrecipient shall not incur new
obligations for the terminated portion after the effective date of termination.
F. Except with respect to defaults of subcontractors, the Subrecipient shall not be in default by
reason of any failure in performance of this grant agreement in accordance with its terms
(including any failure by the Subrecipient to progress in the performance of the work) if such
failure arises out of causes beyond the control and without the default or negligence of the
Subrecipient. Such causes may include but are not limited to acts of God or of the public
enemy, acts of the Government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires, floods,
epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, freight embargoes, and unusually severe weather. In
every case, however, the failure to perform must be beyond the control and without the fault or
negligence of the Subrecipient.
ARTICLE 16. DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE (DBE) PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION CONTRACTS
It is the policy of the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and the Texas
Department of Transportation (TxDOT) that Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) as defined in
49 C.F.R. Part 26 shall have the opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts financed in
whole or in part with Federal funds. Consequently, the DBE and the TxDOT's DBE Program
requirements of 49 C.F.R. Part 26 apply to this contract as follows:
A. The Subrecipient and any subcontractor will strive to meet the annual DBE goal of 8.4% by
offering DBEs, as defined in 49 C.F.R. Part 26, Subpart A, the opportunity to compete fairly for
contracts and subcontracts. DBE participation shall be reported monthly.
B. The Subrecipient and any subcontractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
national origin or sex in the award and performance of contracts.
C. These requirements shall be physically included in any subcontract.
D. Failure to carry out the requirements set forth above shall constitute a material breach of this
contract and may, after the notification of the State, result in termination of the contract by the
TxDOT or other such remedy as the TxDOT deems appropriate.
ARTICLE 17. CONTROL OF SUBSTANCE ABUSE
A. The Subrecipient will certify compliance with 49 C.F.R. Parts 40, 655 on or before September 1st
of each year, using the certification form furnished by the State.
B. Section 5307 Subrecipient's will submit a copy of the Management Information System (MIS)
reports by March 15th of each year using forms furnished by the State.
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C. Section 5311 Subrecipient's will submit required Management Information System (MIS) reports
on or before February 15th of each year using forms furnished by the State.
ARTICLE 18. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
A. Neither the Subrecipient nor any subcontractor shall use federal or state assistance funds for
publicity or propaganda purposes designed to support or defeat legislation pending before
Congress or the Texas Legislature.
B. No member of or delegate to the Congress of the United States shall share in this grant
agreement or benefit from it, except in the same manner as the general public.
C. No member, officer or employee of the Subrecipient during his tenure or one (1) year thereafter
shall have any interest, direct or indirect, in this grant agreement or the proceeds thereof.
D. Texas Transportation Commission policy mandates that employees of the Texas Department of
Transportation (TxDOT) shall not accept any benefits, gifts or favors from any person doing
business or who reasonably speaking may do business with the State under this grant
agreement. The only exceptions allowed are ordinary business lunches and items that have
received the advanced written approval of TxDOT's Executive Director.
E. Any persons doing business with or who may reasonably speaking do business with the State
under this grant agreement may not make any offer of benefits, gifts or favors to TxDOT
employees, except as mentioned here above. Failure on the part of the Subrecipient to adhere
to this policy may result in the termination of this grant agreement.
F. The Subrecipient will comply with Texas Government Code, Chapter 573, by insuring that no
officer, employee or member of the Subrecipient's governing board or of the Subrecipient's
contractors or subcontractors shall vote or confirm the employment of any person related within
the second degree by affinity or third degree by consanguinity to any member of the governing
body or to any other officer or employee authorized to employ or supervise such person.
This prohibition shall not prohibit the employment of a person who shall have been continuously
employed for a period of two (2) years prior to the election or appointment of the officer,
employee, governing body member related to such person in the prohibited degree.
ARTICLE 19. OPEN MEETINGS
If applicable, the Subrecipient will comply with Texas Government Code, Chapter 551, which requires
all regular, special or called meetings of governmental bodies to be open to the public, except as
otherwise provided by law or specifically permitted in the Texas Constitution.
ARTICLE 20. INDEMNIFICATION
A. To the extent permitted by law, the Subrecipient shall indemnify and save harmless the State
from all claims and liability due to activities of its agents, employees or volunteers performed
under this agreement and which result from an error, omission or negligent act of the
Subrecipient or of any person employed by the Subrecipient.
B. To the extent permitted by law, the Subrecipient shall also save harmless the State from any
and all expenses, including attorney fees, which might be incurred by the State in litigation or
otherwise resisting said claim or liabilities which might be imposed on the State as a result of
activities by the Subrecipient, its agents, employees or volunteers.
C. The Subrecipient acknowledges that it is not an agent, servant or employee of the State and
that it is responsible for its own acts and deeds and for those of its agents, employees or
volunteers during the performance of the grant agreement.
ARTICLE 21. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
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The Subrecipient shall comply with all federal, state and local laws, statutes, ordinances, rules and
regulations, and the orders and decrees of any courts or administrative bodies or tribunals in any
matter affecting the performance of this grant, including without limitation workers' compensation
laws, minimum and maximum salary and wage statutes and regulations, nondiscrimination laws and
regulations, licensing laws, regulations, and the Texas Uniform Grant Management Standards.
When required, the Subrecipient shall furnish the State with satisfactory proof of compliance
therewith.
ARTICLE 22. NONCOLLUSION
The Subrecipient warrants that it has not employed or retained any company or person, other than a
bona fide employee working for the firm, to solicit or secure this grant, and that it has not paid or
agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee, any fee, commission,
percentage, brokerage fee, gift or any other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the
award or making of this grant. If the Subrecipient breaches or violates this warranty, the State shall
have the right to annul this agreement without liability or, in its discretion, to deduct from the grant
price or consideration, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee, commission, brokerage fee,
gift, or contingent fee.
ARTICLE 23. CIVIL RIGHTS
(1) Nondiscrimination - In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §
2000d, section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 6102, section
202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. § 12132, and Federal transit law at 49
U.S.C. § 5332, the Subrecipient agrees that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the
Subrecipient agrees to comply with applicable Federal implementing regulations and other
implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(2) Equal Employment Opportunity - The following equal employment opportunity requirements apply
to the underlying contract:
(a) Race, Color, Creed, National Origin, Sex - In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, as
amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e, and Federal transit laws at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the Subrecipient agrees
to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity requirements of U.S. Department of
Labor (U.S. DOL) regulations, "Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal Employment
Opportunity, Department of Labor," 41 C.F.R. Parts 60 et seq ., (which implement Executive Order
No. 11246, "Equal Employment Opportunity," as amended by Executive Order No. 11375,
"Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity," 42 U.S.C. § 2000e
note), and with any applicable Federal statutes, executive orders, regulations, and Federal policies
that may in the future affect construction activities undertaken in the course of the Project. The
Subrecipient agrees to take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that
employees are treated during employment, without regard to their race, color, creed, national origin,
sex, or age. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading,
demotion or transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination; rates of pay or
other forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. In addition, the
Subrecipient agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(b) Age - In accordance with section 4 of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as
amended, 29 U.S.C. § 623 and Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the Subrecipient agrees to
refrain from discrimination against present and prospective employees for reason of age. In addition,
the Subrecipient agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
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(c) Disabilities - In accordance with section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended,
42 U.S.C. § 12112, the Subrecipient agrees that it will comply with the requirements of U.S. Equal
Employment Opportunity Commission, "Regulations to Implement the Equal Employment Provisions
of the Americans with Disabilities Act," 29 C.F.R. Part 1630, pertaining to employment of persons
with disabilities. In addition, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with any implementing requirements
FTA may issue.
(3) The Subrecipient also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract financed in
whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA, modified only if necessary to identify the
affected parties.
ARTICLE 24. NONDISCRIMINATION ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY
The Subrecipient agrees that no otherwise qualified person with disability(s) shall, solely by reason of
his/her disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subject
to discrimination under the project. The Subrecipient shall insure that all fixed facility construction or
alteration and all new equipment included in the project comply with applicable regulations set forth
at 49 CFR 27, Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Handicap in Programs and Activities Receiving or
Benefiting from Federal Financial Assistance, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
ARTICLE 25. PROGRAM INCOME
A. Except for income from royalties and proceeds from the sale of real property or
equipment, the Subrecipient shall retain program income and apply such income to
allowable capital or operating expenses. If federally funded, Program Income from
royalties and proceeds from sale of real property or equipment shall be handled as
specified in Attachment D -- Federal Provisions.
B. The Subrecipient shall comply with standards governing the receipt and application of program
income as set forth in 49 C.F.R. §18.25, Program Income. Program income means gross
income received by the Subrecipient directly generated by a grant supported activity, or earned
only as a result of this grant agreement during the time period specified in Article 1, Grant
Period.
C. Program income includes income from fees for services performed, from the use or rental of
real or personal property acquired with grant funds, from the sale of commodities or items
fabricated under a grant agreement, and from payments of principal and interest on loans made
with grant funds. Except as otherwise provided in federal regulations, program income does not
include grant funds, rebates, credits discounts, refunds, and the interest earned on any of these
receipts.
ARTICLE 26. SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
The Subrecipient binds themselves, their successors, assigns, executors and administrators in
respect to all covenants of this agreement. The Subrecipient shall not sign, sublet or transfer their
interest in this agreement without the written consent of the State.
ARTICLE 27. LEGAL CONSTRUCTION
In case any one or more of the provisions contained in this agreement shall for any reason be held to
be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in any respect, such invalidity, illegality or unenforceability shall
not affect any other provision thereof and this agreement shall be construed as if such invalid, illegal
or unenforceable provision had never been contained herein.
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ARTICLE 28. PRIOR AGREEMENTS
This agreement constitutes the sole and only,agreement of the parties hereto and supersedes any
prior understandings or written or oral agreements between the parties respecting the public
transportation grant specifically authorized and funded under this agreement.
ARTICLE 29. SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION AND REPAIR CONTRACTS
A. Signs - The Subrecipient shall cause to be erected at the site of construction, and maintained
during construction, signs satisfactory to the State and the U. S Department of Transportation
identifying the project and indicating that the Government is participating in the development of
the project.
B. Hazardous Materials - The Subrecipient will conduct an inspection of the building for hazardous
materials; asbestos and lead -based paint. Removal and disposal will be in accordance with
local, state and federal regulations, prior to the initiation of construction.
ARTICLE 30. CHILD SUPPORT STATEMENT (NOT APPLICABLE)
ARTICLE 31, SIGNATORY WARRANTY
The undersigned signatory for the Subrecipient hereby represents and warrants that he or she is an
officer of the organization for which he or she has executed this agreement and that he or she has
full and complete authority to enter into this agreement on behalf of the organization.
ARTICLE 32. INCORPORATION OF PROVISIONS.
Attachments A through D are attached hereto and incorporated into this contract as if fully set forth
herein.
IN TESTIMONY WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused these presents to be executed in
duplicate counterparts.
Executed for the executive uirector ana approvea Tor the
Texas Transportation Commission for the purpose and
effect of activating and/or carrying out the orders,
established policies or work programs heretofore approved
and authoriz y the Texas Transportation Commission.
By:
Rand C Hopmano P.E.
District Engineer
Lubbock District
Date: -,5-/) ,Z" �?A
SUBRECIPIENT:
Subrecipient Name: CITIBUS I CITY OF
LUBBOCK
By:
SignaWfof ffuthorized Officer
Typed, Printed or Stamped Name
Title: Mayor
Date:
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APPROVED
RECIPIENT
ATTEST:
City Secretary
Date: May 6, 2004
APPROVEDAS TO
D•nald G. an iver
AS TO CONTENT:
Attorney of Counsel Mod ging Ipir4Ltor for Planning.and
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Attachments to Grant Agreement
Attached and Incorporated into the Grant Agreement by Reference
Attachment
Title
A
Approved Project Description
B
Project Budget
C
Disclosure of Lobbying Activities
D
Federal Provisions
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ATTACHMENT A
APPROVED PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The application for State and Federal assistance, as submitted to the State, is hereby incorporated
into this agreement as the project description.
[Please Insert Project Description
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ATTACHMENT C
DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
Complete this form to disclose lobbvinci activities pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352
1. Type of Federal Action: ,B
2. Status of Federal Action: _B_
3. Report Type:
a. contract
a. bid/offer/application
a. initial filing
b. grant
b. initial award
b. material change
C. cooperative agreement
c. post award
For Material Change Only:
d. loan
year quarter
date of last report
e. loan guarantee
f. loan insurance
4. Name and Address of Reporting Entity:
4. If Reporting Entity in No. 4 is Subawardee, Enter Name and
Name: CITIBUS / CITY OF LUB13OCK
Address of Prime:
Address:
Prime X Subawardee
N/A
Tier, if known:
6. Federal Department/Agency:
7. Federal Program Name/Description
CFDA Number, if applicable:
S. Federal Action Number, If known:
9. Award Amount, if known:
10.a. Name and Address of Lobbying Entity:
10,b. Individual Performing Services (including address if different
(if individual, last name, first name, MI):
from No. l0A) (last name, first name, MI):
attach Continuation Sheets SF-LLL-A, if necess
N/ A
11. Amount of Payment (check all that apply):
12. Form of Payment (check all that apply):
a. cash
$ N/A actual
b. in -kind; specify: nature
Tanned
value
13. Type of Payment (check all that apply):
— a. retainer c. commission e. deferred
b. one-time fee d. contingent fee f. other; specify
14. Brief Description of Services Performed or to be Performed and Date(s) of Service, including officer(s), employee(s),
or Member(s) contacted, for Payment indicated in Item 11:
15. Continuation Sheets SF-LLL-A attached: Yes No X
16. Information requested through this form is authorized by
Authorized Representative:
title 31 U.S.C. section 1352. This disclosure of lobbying
activities is a material representation of fact upon which
reliance was placed by the tier above when this transaction
was made or entered into. This disclosure is required pursuant
Title: Attor-ney o f Coilnsel
to 31 U.S.C. 1352. This information will be reported to the
Si e
Congress semi-annual and will be available for public
inspection. Any person who fails to file the required
Telephone: 8 0 6 — 7 7 5 — 2 2 2 2
disclosure shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than
S 10,000 and not more than S 100,000 for each such failure.
Date: April 26, 2004
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ATTACHMENT D
FEDERAL PROVISIONS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section 1. Project Implementation.
A. General Requirements.
B. U.S. DOT Administrative Requirements.
C. Application of Federal, State, and Local Laws and Regulations.
D. Significant Participation by a Third Party Contractor.
E. Subrecipient's Responsibility to Extend Federal Requirements to Other
Entities.
F. No Federal Government Obligations to Third Parties.
G. Changes in Project Performance (i.e., Disputes, Breaches, Defaults or
Litigation).
H. Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Terms
1. State and Local Law Disclaimer
J. Federal Changes
Section 2. Ethics.
A. Debarment and Suspension.
B. Lobbying Restrictions.
C. False or Fraudulent Statements or Claims.
Section 3. Accounting Records.
A. Project Accounts.
B. Documentation of Project Costs and Program Income.
Section 4. Reporting, Record Retention, and Access.
A. Record Retention.
B. Access to Records of Recipients and Subrecipients.
C. Project Close-out.
Section 5. Costs Reimbursed.
Section 6. Civil Rights.
A. Nondiscrimination.
B. Equal Employment Opportunity.
C. Requirements.
Section 7. Bus Requirements.
A. Charter Bus
B. School Bus
Section 8. Procurement.
A. Federal Standards.
B. Buy America.
C. Exclusionary or Discriminatory Specifications.
D. Bus Seat Specifications.
E. Clean Air and Clean Water.
F. Preference for Recycled Products.
G. Architectural, Engineering, Design, or Related Services.
H. Award to Other than the Lowest Bidder.
I. Rolling Stock.
J. Bonding.
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K. National Intelligent Transportation Systems Architecture and Standards.
L. Fly America.
M. Cargo Preference Requirements.
Section 9. Leases.
A. Capital Leases.
B. Leases Involving Certificates of Participation.
C. Cross -Border Leases.
Section 10. Patent Rights.
A. General.
B. Federal Rights.
Section 11. Rights in Data and Copyrights.
A. Definition.
B. State and Federal Restrictions.
C. Federal Rights in Data and Copyrights.
D. Special Rights in Data for Research, Development, Demonstration, and
Special Studies (Planning) Projects.
E. Hold Harmless.
F. Restrictions on Access to Patent Rights.
G. Statutory Requirements to Release Data.
Section 12. Use of Real Property, Equipment, and Supplies.
A. Use of Project Property.
B. General Federal Requirements,
C. 5310 Program.
D. Maintenance.
E. Records.
F. Encumbrance of Project Property.
G. Transfer of Project Property.
H. Disposition of Project Property.
I. Misused or Damaged Project Property.
J. Obligations After Project Close-out.
Section 13. Insurance.
A. Minimum Requirements.
B. Flood Hazards.
Section 14. Relocation.
A. Relocation Protections,
B. Nondiscrimination in Housing.
Section 16. Real Property.
A. Land Acquisition.
B. Covenant Assuring Nondiscrimination.
C. Recording Title of Real Property.
D. FTA Approval of Changes in Real Property Ownership.
Section 16. Construction.
A. Drafting, Review, and Approval of Construction Plans and Specifications.
B. Supervision of Construction.
C. Construction Reports.
D. Project Management for Major Capital Projects.
E. Seismic Safety.
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Section 17. Employee Protections.
A. Construction Activities.
B. Activities Not Involving Construction.
C. State and Local Government Employees.
D. Transit Employee Protective Arrangements.
Section 18. Environmental Requirements.
A. Use of Public Lands.
B. Coastal Zone Management.
C. Environmental Justice.
Section 19. Energy Conservation.
Section 20. State Management and Monitoring Systems.
Section 21. Right of Privacy.
Section 22. Not Applicable.
Section 23. Metric System.
Section 24. Substance Abuse.
A. Drug Abuse.
B. Alcohol Abuse.
Section 25. State Safety Oversight of Rail Fixed Guideway Public Systems.
Section 26. Seat Belt Use.
Section 27. Special Requirements for Urbanized Area Formula Projects.
A. Fares and Services.
B. Audit Requirements.
C. Half -Fare Requirements.
D. Procurement of an Associated Capital Maintenance Product.
E. Transit Security.
F. Restrictions on the Use of Formula Assistance for Operations.
G. Reporting Requirements.
H. Criminal Sanctions.
Section 28. Not Applicable.
Section 29. Special Requirements for Job Access and Reverse Commute Grant
Projects.
A. General Requirements.
B. Restrictions on the Use of Grant Funds.
Section 30. Special Requirements for Over -the -Road Bus Accessibility Projects.
A. General Requirements.
B. Special Requirements.
C. FTA Notice.
Section 31. Disputes, Breaches, Defaults, or Other Litigation.
A. Notification.
B. Federal Interest in Recovery.
C. Enforcement.
D. State and FTA Concurrence.
E. Termination for Convenience.
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FEDERAL GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
FOR PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS
This document contains standard terms and conditions governing the administration of a public
transportation project supported with Federal assistance through the Texas Department of
Transportation ("State").
The State and the Subrecipient/Subgrantee ("Subrecipient") understand and agree that not every
provision of this document will apply to every Subrecipient or every project depending upon the
nature of the Project and the section of the statute authorizing the financial assistance.
Thus, in consideration of the mutual covenants, promises, and representations herein, the State and
the Subrecipient agree as follows:
Section 1. Project Implementation
A. General requirements.
1. Effective Date. The effective date of this agreement is the date of final execution by
both parties. The Subrecipient agrees to begin the Project in a timely manner.
2. Subrecipient's Capacity. The Subrecipient agrees to maintain or acquire sufficient legal,
financial, technical, and managerial capacity to plan, manage, and complete the
Project, and provide for the use of Project facilities and equipment, to comply with the
terms of the agreement, and all applicable Federal laws, executive orders, regulations,
directives, and published policies governing this Project.
3. Completion Dates. The Subrecipient agrees to complete the Project in a timely manner.
B. U.S. DOT Administrative Requirements. The Subrecipient acknowledges that Federal
administrative requirements differ based on the type of entity receiving Federal assistance:
1. A Subrecipient that is a State, a local government, or an Indian tribal government
agrees to comply with U.S. DOT regulations, "Uniform Administrative Requirements for
Grants and Cooperative Agreements to State and Local Governments," 49 C.F.R. Part
18.
2. A Subrecipient that is an institution of higher education or a nonprofit organization
agrees to comply with U.S. DOT regulations, "Uniform Administrative Requirements for
Grants and Agreements with Institutions of Higher Education, Hospitals, and Other
Non -Profit Organizations," 49 C.F.R. Part 19.
C. Application of Federal, State, and Local Laws and Regulations. The Subrecipient
acknowledges that Federal laws, regulations, policies, and related administrative practices
applicable to the Project may be modified from time to time. The Subrecipient agrees that the
most recent of such Federal requirements will govern the administration of the Project at any
particular time, unless FTA issues a written determination otherwise.
D. The Subrecipient agrees to include notice in each agreement with any third party contractor
participating in the Project that State or Federal requirements may change and the changed
requirements will apply to the Project as required, unless the State or Federal Government
determines otherwise.
E. Significant Participation by a Third Party Contractor. Although the Subrecipient may enter into
a third party contract in which the third party contractor agrees to provide property or services
in support of the Project, or even carry out Project activities normally performed by the
Subrecipient, the Subrecipient continues to remain responsible to the Federal Transportation
Administration (FTA) for compliance with Federal requirements.
F. Subrecipient's Responsibility to Extend Federal Requirements to Other Entities.
1. Entities Affected. The Subrecipient agrees to take appropriate measures necessary to
ensure any third party contractors comply with applicable Federal requirements.
2. Documents Affected. The Subrecipient agrees to require its third party contractors to
include adequate provisions to ensure compliance with applicable Federal requirements
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in each lower tier subcontract and subagreement financed in whole or in part with
financial assistance.
G. No State or Federal Government Obligations to Third Parties. The Subrecipient agrees that,
absent the State or Federal Government's express written consent, the State or Federal
Government shall not be subject to any obligations or liabilities to any Subrecipient or any third
party contractor, or any other person.
H. Changes in Project Performance (i.e., Disputes, Breaches, Defaults or Litigation). The
Subrecipient agrees to notify the State immediately of any change in conditions (such as its
legal, financial, or technical capacity), or any other event that may significantly affect the
Subrecipient's ability to perform the Project.
1. Incorporation of Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Terms. The preceding provisions
include, in part, certain Standard Terms and Conditions required by DOT, whether or not
expressly set forth in the preceding contract provisions. All contractual provisions required by
DOT, as set forth in FTA Circular 4220.1 D, dated April 15, 1996 and as.amended August 4,
1998, are hereby incorporated by reference. Anything to the contrary herein notwithstanding,
all FTA mandated terms shall be deemed to control in the event of a conflict with other
provisions contained in this Agreement. The Subrecipient shall not perform any act, fail to
perform any act, or refuse to comply with any requests which would cause anyone to be in
violation of the FTA terms and conditions.
J. State and Local Law Disclaimer. The wording in the suggested clauses in the FTA Best
Practices Procurement Manual is not governed by Federal law, but is significantly affected by
State law. The language of the suggested clauses may need to be modified depending on
state law, and that before the suggested clauses are used in the subrecipient's procurement
documents, the subrecipient's should consult with its local attorney.
K. Federal Changes. Subrecipient shall at all times comply with all applicable FTA regulations,
policies, procedure and directives, as they may be amended or promulgated from time to time
during the term of any contract related to this solicitation. Subrecipient's failure to so comply
may constitute a material breach of the underlying contract.
Section 2. Ethics
A. Debarment and Suspension. The Subrecipient agrees to comply, and assures the compliance
of any third party contractor, with Executive Order Numbers 12549 and 12689, "Debarment
and Suspension," 31 U.S.C. §6101 note, and U.S. DOT regulations, "Government wide
Debarment and Suspension (Nonprocurement)," within 49 C.F.R. Part 29.
B. Lobbying Restrictions. The Subrecipient agrees to:
1. Refrain from using Federal assistance funds to support lobbying,
2. Comply, and assure the compliance of each third party contractor at any tier with U.S.
DOT regulations, "New Restrictions on Lobbying," 49 C.F.R. Part 20, modified as
necessary by 31 U.S.C. §1352.
3. Comply with Federal statutory provisions to the extent applicable prohibiting the use of
Federal assistance funds for activities designed to influence Congress or a State
legislature on legislation or appropriations, except through proper, official channels.
4. Sign the Lobbying Certification attached.
C. False or Fraudulent Statements or Claims. The Subrecipient acknowledges and agrees that:
1. The Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986, as amended, 31 U.S.C. §3801 et seq.
and U.S. DOT regulations, "Program Fraud Civil Remedies," 49 C.F.R. Part 31, apply to
its activities in connection with the Project. Accordingly, by executing the agreement,
the Subrecipient certifies or affirms the truthfulness and accuracy of each statement it
has made, it makes, or it may make in connection with the Project covered by the
agreement. In addition to other penalties that may apply, the Subrecipient also
acknowledges that if it makes a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, statement,
submission, or certification to the State or Federal Government, the Federal
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Government reserves the right to impose the penalties of the Program Fraud Civil
Remedies Act of 1986, as amended, to the extent the Federal Government deems
appropriate.
2. If the Subrecipient makes a false, fictitious, or fraudulent claim, statement, submission,
or certification to the State in connection with an urbanized area formula project
financed with Federal assistance authorized for 49 U.S.C. §5307, the Government
reserves the right to impose the penalties of 18 U.S.C. §1001 and 49 U.S.C.
§5307(n)(1), to the extent the Federal Government deems appropriate.
Section 3. Accounting Records
A. Project Accounts. The Subrecipient agrees to establish and maintain for the Project either a
separate set of accounts, or separate accounts within the framework of an established
accounting system, that can be identified with the Project. The Subrecipient agrees that all
checks, payrolls, invoices, contracts, vouchers, orders, or other accounting documents related
in whole or in part to the Project shall be clearly identified, readily accessible and available to
FTA upon its request, and, to the extent feasible, kept separate from documents not related to
the Project.
B. Documentation of Project Costs and Program Income. The Subrecipient agrees to support all
costs charged to the Project, including any approved services contributed by the Subrecipient
or others, with properly executed payrolls, time records, invoices, contracts, or vouchers
describing in detail the nature and propriety of the charges. The Subrecipient also agrees to
maintain accurate records of all program income derived from implementing the Project,
except certain income determined by FTA to be exempt from the general Federal program
income requirements.
Section 4. Reporting, Record Retention, and Access
A. Record Retention. The Subrecipient agrees to maintain intact and readily accessible all data,
documents, reports, records, contracts, and supporting materials relating to the Project as the
State or the Federal Government may require during the course of the Project and for four
years thereafter.
B. Access to Records. Upon request, the Subrecipient agrees to permit and require its
Subrecipients to permit the U.S. Secretary of Transportation, the Comptroller General of the
United States, and the State, or their authorized representatives, to inspect all Project work,
materials, payrolls, and other data, and to audit the books, records, and accounts pertaining to
the Project.
C. Project Close-out. Project close-out does not alter the reporting and record retention
requirements of this Agreement.
Section 5. Costs Reimbursed
The Subrecipient understands and agrees that Project costs eligible for participation must comply
with all the following requirements:
1. Conform with the Attachment A, Approved Project Description, the Attachment B,
Project Budget, and all other terms of the agreement;
2. Are necessary in order to accomplish the Project;
3. Are reasonable for the goods or services purchased;
4. Are actual net costs to the Subrecipient (i.e., the price paid minus any refunds, rebates,
or other items of value received by the Subrecipient that have the effect of reducing the
cost actually incurred, excluding program income);
5. Are incurred within the agreement time period;
6. Are satisfactorily documented;
7. Are treated consistently in accordance with accounting principles and procedures
approved by the State;
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8. Are eligible under State and Federal law, regulation, rule, or guidelines for participation;
and
9. Unless permitted otherwise by Federal statute or regulation, comply with the: (1) U.S.
Office of Management and Budget (OMB) CircularA-87, Revised, "Cost Principles for
State and Local Governments" if the Subrecipient is a local government or an Indian
tribal government; (2) OMB Circular A-21, Revised, "Cost Principles for Educational
Institutions" if the Subrecipient is an institution of higher education; (3) OMB Circular A-
122, Revised, "Cost Principles for Non -Profit Organizations" if the Subrecipient is a
private nonprofit organization; or (4) Federal Acquisition Regulation, 48 C.F.R. Chapter
I, Subpart 31.2, "Contracts with Commercial Organizations" if the Subrecipient is a for -
profit organization. Additionally, the Subrecipient shall comply with the requirements of
the Single Audit Act of 1984, P.L. 98-502, ensuring that the single audit report includes
the coverage stipulated in OMB Circular A-133.
Section 6. Civil Rights.
The Subrecipient agrees to comply with all applicable civil rights statutes and implementing
regulations including, but not limited to, the following:
(A) Nondiscrimination - In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §
2000d, section 303 of the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 6102, section
202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. § 12132, and Federal transit law at 49
U.S.C.§ 5332, the Subrecipient agrees that it will not discriminate against any employee or applicant
for employment because of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability. In addition, the
Subrecipient agrees to comply with applicable Federal implementing regulations and other
implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(B) Equal Employment Opportunity - The following equal employment opportunity requirements apply
to the underlying contract:
(1) Race, Color, Creed, National Origin, Sex - In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights
Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. § 2000e, and Federal transit laws at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the
Subrecipient agrees to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity requirements
of U.S. Department of Labor (U.S. DOL) regulations, "Office of Federal Contract Compliance
Programs, Equal Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor," 41 C.F.R. Parts 60 et seq .,
(which implement Executive Order No. 11246, "Equal Employment Opportunity," as amended
by Executive Order No. 11375, "Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal
Employment Opportunity," 42 U.S.C. § 2000e note), and with any applicable Federal statutes,
executive orders, regulations, and Federal policies that may in the future affect construction
activities undertaken in the course of the Project. The Subrecipient agrees to take affirmative
action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during
employment, without regard to their race, color, creed, national origin, sex, or age. Such action
shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer,
recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of
compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. In addition, the
Subrecipient agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(2) Age - In accordance with section 4 of the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967,
as amended, 29 U.S.C. § 623 and Federal transit law at 49 U.S.C. § 5332, the Subrecipient
agrees to refrain from discrimination against present and prospective employees for reason of
age. In addition, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with any implementing requirements FTA
may issue.
(3) Disabilities - In accordance with section 102 of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as
amended, 42 U.S.C. § 12112, the Subrecipient agrees that it will comply with the requirements
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of U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, "Regulations to Implement the Equal
Employment Provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act," 29 C.F.R. Part 1630, pertaining
to employment of persons with disabilities. In addition, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with
any implementing requirements FTA may issue.
(C) Requirements. The Subrecipient also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract
financed in whole or in part with Federal assistance provided by FTA, modified only if necessary to
identify the affected parties.
Section 7. Bus Requirements
The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the following:
A. Charter Service Operations. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. 5323(d) and 49
CFR Part 604, which provides that recipients and subrecipients of FTA assistance are
prohibited from providing charter service using federally funded equipment or facilities if there
is at least one private charter operator willing and able to provide the service, except under
one of the exceptions at 49 CFR 604.9. Any charter service provided under one of the
exceptions must be "incidental," i.e., it must not interfere with or detract from the provision of
mass transportation.
B. School Bus Operations. Pursuant to 69 U.S.C. 5323(f) and 49 CFR Part 605, recipients and
subrecipients of FTA assistance may not engage in school bus operations exclusively for the
transportation of students and school personnel in competition with private school bus
operators unless qualified under specified exemptions. When operating exclusive school bus
service under an allowable exemption, recipients and subrecipients may not use federally
funded equipment, vehicles, or facilities.
Section 8. Procurement
To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the following third party procurement
requirements:
A. Federal Standards. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with FTA Circular 4220.1 D, "Third
Party Contracting Requirements," including any revision or replacement thereof, and
applicable Federal regulations or requirements, including FTA third party contracting
regulations when promulgated. The FTA Best Practices Procurement Manual provides
additional procurement guidance. Nevertheless, be aware that the FTA Best Practices
Procurement Manual is focused on procurement processes and may omit certain Federal
requirements applicable to the work to be performed.
B. Buy America. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. § 53230) and 49 CFR Part
661, which provide that Federal funds may not be obligated unless steel, iron, and
manufactured products used in FTA-funded projects are produced in the United States, unless
a waiver has been granted by FTA or the product is subject to a general waiver. General
waivers are listed in 49 CFR § 661.7, and include final assembly in the United States for 15
passenger vans and 15 passenger wagons produced by Chrysler Corporation, microcomputer
equipment, software, and small purchases (currently less than $100,000) made with capital,
operating, or planning funds. Separate requirements for rolling stock are set out at §
53230)(2)(C) and 49 CFR § 661.11. Rolling stock not subject to a general waiver must be
manufactured in the United States and have a 60 percent domestic content.
A bidder or offeror must submit to the FTA recipient the appropriate Buy America certification
with all bids on FTA-funded contracts, except those subject to a general waiver. Bids or offers
that are not accompanied by a completed Buy America certification must be rejected as
nonresponsive. This requirement does not apply to lower tier subcontractors.
C. Exclusionary or Discriminatory Specifications. Apart from inconsistent requirements imposed
by Federal statute or regulations, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the requirements of
49 U.S.C. §5323(h)(2) by refraining from using any Federal assistance awarded by FTA to
support procurements using exclusionary or discriminatory specifications.
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D. Bus Seat Specifications. The Subrecipient may use specifications conforming with the
requirements of 49 U.S.C. §5323(e) to acquire bus seats.
E. Clean Air and Clean Water. The Subrecipient agrees to include in third party contracts
exceeding $100,000 adequate provisions to ensure that Project participants report the use of
facilities placed or likely to be placed on EPA's "List of Violating Facilities," refrain from using
violating facilities, report violations to FTA and the Regional EPA Office, and comply with the
inspection and other applicable requirements of:
1. Section 114 of the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §7414, and other applicable
provisions of the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §7401 et seq.; and
2. Section 308 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C. §1318,
and other provisions of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C.
§ 1251 et seq.
F. Preference for Recycled Products. To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply
with U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (U.S. EPA) "Comprehensive Procurement
Guidelines for Products Containing Recovered Materials," 40 C.F.R. Part 247, implementing
section 6002 of the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §6962,
and otherwise provide a competitive preference for products and services that conserve
natural resources and protect the environment and are energy efficient.
G. Architectural, Engineering, Design, or Related Services. When procuring architectural,
engineering, or related services, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the provisions of 49
U.S.C. §5325(b), either by negotiating for those services in the same manner as a contract for
architectural and engineering services is negotiated under Title IX of the Federal Property and
Administrative Services Act of 1949, as amended, 40 U.S.C. §541 et seq., or by using an
equivalent qualifications -based requirement of the State. When, awarding contracts for
architectural, engineering, or related services, the Subrecipient agrees to accept undisputed
audits conducted by other governmental agencies, in accordance with 23 U.S.C. §112(b)(2)
(C) through (F). To the extent the Subrecipient qualifies for an exception in accordance with 49
U.S.C. §5325(b), however, this subsection does not apply.
H. Award to Other than the Lowest Bidder. In accordance with 49 U.S.C. §5325(c), a
Subrecipient may award a third party contract to a party other than the lowest bidder, when
such an award furthers objectives consistent with the purposes of 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53 and
any implementing regulations, directives, circulars, manuals, or other guidance FTA may issue
and is consistent with state law.
I. Rolling Stock. In acquiring rolling stock, the Subrecipient agrees as follows:
1. Method of Acquisition. The Subrecipient may award a third party contract for rolling
stock based on initial capital costs, performance, standardization, life cycle costs, and
other factors, or based on a competitive procurement process, in accordance with 49
U.S.C. §5326(c).
2. Multi -year Options. In accordance with 49 U.S.C. §5326(b)(1), a Subrecipient may
procure rolling stock using financial assistance appropriated for 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53
using a contract with an option, not to exceed 5 years after the date of the original
contract, to purchase additional rolling stock or replacement.
3. Pre -Award and Post -Delivery Requirements. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with
the requirements of 49 U.S.C. §5323(m) and FTA regulations, "Pre -Award and Post -
Delivery Audits of Rolling Stock Purchases," 49 C.F.R. Part 663, and any revision
thereto.
4. Bus Testing. To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the
requirements of 49 U.S.C. §5323(c) and FTA regulations, "Bus Testing," 49 C.F.R. Part
665, and any revision thereto.
J. Bonding. To the extent applicable, the recipient agrees to comply with the following bonding
requirements.
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1. Construction Activities. The Subrecipient agrees to provide bid guarantee, contract
performance, and payment bonding to the extent deemed adequate by FTA and
applicable Federal regulations, and comply with any other bonding requirements FTA
may issue.
2. Other Activities. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with any other bonding
requirements or restrictions FTA may impose.
K. National Intelligent Transportation Systems Architecture and Standards. The Subrecipient
agrees to conform, to the extent applicable, to the National Intelligent Transportation
Standards architecture in compliance with section 5206(e) of TEA-21, 23 U.S.C. §502 note,
and with FHWA/FTA's "Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century; the Interim Guidance
on Conformity with the National Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Architecture and
Standards," 63 Fed. Reg. 70443 et seq., December 21, 1998, and other subsequent Federal
directives that may be issued.
L. Fly America Requirements. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. § 40118 (the
"Fly America" Act) in accordance with the General Services Administration's regulations at 41
CFR Part 301-10, which provide that recipients and subrecipients of Federal funds and their
contractors are required to use U.S. Flag air carriers for U.S Government -financed
international air travel and transportation of their personal effects or property, to the extent
such service is available, unless travel by foreign air carrier is a matter of necessity, as defined
by the Fly America Act. The Subrecipient shall submit, if a foreign air carrier was used, an
appropriate certification ormemorandum adequately explaining why service by a U.S. flag air
carrier was not available or why it was necessary to use a foreign air carrier and shall, in any
event, provide a certificate of compliance with the Fly America requirements. The Subrecipient
agrees to include the requirements of this section in all subcontracts that may involve
international air transportation.
M. Cargo Preference. Use of United States -Flag Vessels - The Subrecipient agrees: a. to use
privately owned United States -Flag commercial vessels to ship at least 50 percent of the gross
tonnage (computed separately for dry bulk carriers, dry cargo liners, and tankers) involved,
whenever shipping any equipment, material, or commodities pursuant to the underlying
contract to the extent such vessels are available at fair and reasonable rates for United States -
Flag commercial vessels; b. to furnish within 20 working days following the date of loading for
shipments originating within the United States or within 30 working days following the date of
leading for shipments originating outside the United States, a legible copy of a rated, "on-
board" commercial ocean bill -of -lading in English for each shipment of cargo described in the
preceding paragraph to the Division of National Cargo, Office of Market Development,
Maritime Administration, Washington, DC 20590 and to the FTA recipient (through the
Subrecipient in the case of a subcontractor's bill -of -lading.) c. to include these requirements in
all subcontracts issued pursuant to this contract when the subcontract may involve the
transport of equipment, material, or commodities by ocean vessel.
Section 9. Leases
A. Capital Leases. To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with FTA
regulations, "Capital Leases," 49 C.F.R. Part 639, and any revision thereto.
B. Leases Involving Certificates of Participation. The Subrecipient agrees to obtain FTA
concurrence before entering into a leasing arrangement involving the issuance of certificates
of participation in connection with the acquisition of any capital asset.
C. Cross -Border Leases. To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with FTA
Circular 7020.1, "Cross -Border Leasing Guidelines," April 26, 1990, in connection with the
acquisition of capital assets involving a cross -border lease.
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Section 10. Patent Rights
A. General. If any invention, improvement, or discovery of the Subrecipient or any of its third
party contractors is conceived or first actually reduced to practice in the course of or under the
Project, and that invention, improvement, or discovery is patentable under the laws of the
United States of America or any foreign country, the Subrecipient agrees to notify FTA
immediately and provide a detailed report.
B. Federal Rights. The Subrecipient agrees that its rights and responsibilities, and those of each
third party contractor at any tier pertaining to that invention, improvement, or discovery will be
determined in accordance with applicable State and Federal laws, regulations, including any
waiver thereof. Absent a determination in writing to the contrary by the State and Federal
Government, the Subrecipient agrees to transmit to the State and FTA those rights due the
State and Federal Government in any invention, improvement, or discovery resulting from that
third party contract as specified in U.S. Department of Commerce regulations, "Rights to
inventions Made by Nonprofit Organizations and Small Business Firms Under Government
Grants, Contracts and Cooperative Agreements," 37 C.F.R. Part 401 (implementing the
Presidential Memorandum (Statement] on Government Patent Policy to the Heads of
Executive Departments and Agencies, dated February 18, 1983, 19 Weekly Comp. Pres. Doc.
252-253, Feb. 28, 1983), irrespective of the status of the Recipient, any Subrecipient, or any
third party contractor at any tier (i.e., a large business, small business, State government or
State instrumentality, local government, nonprofit organization, institution of higher education,
individual, etc.).
Section 11. Rights in Data and Copyrights
A. Definition. The term "subject data" used in this section means recorded information, whether
or not copyrighted, that is delivered or specified to be delivered under the agreement.
Examples include, but are not limited to: computer software, standards, specifications,
engineering drawings and associated lists, process sheets, manuals, technical reports, catalog
item identifications, and related information. The term "subject data" used in this section does
not include financial reports, cost analyses, or similar information used for Project
administration.
B. State and Federal Restrictions. Except for its own internal use, the Subrecipient may not
publish or reproduce subject data in whole or in part, or in any manner or form, nor may the
Subrecipient authorize others to do so, without the written consent of the State and Federal
Government, until such time as the State and Federal Government may have either released
or approved the release of such data to the public unless the Subrecipient is an institution of
higher learning.
C. Federal Rights in Data and Copyrights. The Subrecipient agrees to provide to the State and
Federal Government a royalty -free, non-exclusive and irrevocable license to reproduce,
publish, or otherwise use, and to authorize others to use, for State and Federal Government
purposes the "subject data." As used in the previous sentence, "for State and Federal
Government purposes," means use only for the direct purposes of the State and Federal
Government. Without the copyright owner's consent, the State and Federal Government may
not extend to other parties the State or Federal Government's license to:
1. Any subject data developed under the agreement or under a third party contract
financed by the agreement, whether or not a copyright has been obtained; and
2. Any rights of copyright to which a Subrecipient or a third party contractor purchases
ownership with Federal assistance.
D. Special Rights in Data for Research, Development, Demonstration, and Special Studies
(Planning) Projects. FTA's and the State's purpose in providing financial assistance for a
special studies (planning), research, development, or demonstration Project, is to increase
transportation knowledge, rather than limit the benefits of the Project to participants in the
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Project. Therefore, unless FTA and the State determine otherwise, the Subrecipient of
financial assistance to support a research, development, demonstration, or a special studies
(planning) Project agrees that, in addition to the rights in data and copyrights of this
agreement, FTA and the State may make available to any FTA recipient, Subrecipient, third
party contractor, or third party subcontractor, either FTA's or the State's license in the
copyright to the subject data or a copy of the subject data. If the Project is not completed for
any reason whatsoever, all data developed under that Project shall become subject data and
shall be delivered as the FTA and the State may direct. This Subsection does not apply to
adaptations of automatic data processing equipment or programs for the Subrecipient's use
whose costs are financed with Federal funds for capital Projects.
E. Hold Harmless. Except as prohibited or otherwise limited by law, the Subrecipient agrees to
indemnify, save, and hold harmless the State and the Federal Government and its officers,
agents, and employees acting within the scope of their official duties against any liability,
including costs and expenses, resulting from any willful or intentional violation by the
Subrecipient of proprietary rights, copyrights, or right of privacy, arising out of the publication,
translation, reproduction, delivery, use, or disposition of any data furnished under the Project.
F. Restrictions on Access to Patent Rights. Nothing in this section shall imply a license to the
State and the Federal Government under any patent or be construed to affect the scope of
any license or other right otherwise granted to the Federal Government under any patent.
G. Statutory Requirements to Release Data. The Subrecipient understands and agrees that data
and information submitted may be required to be made available for dissemination under the
Texas Public Information (Government Code, Chapter 552) or Freedom of Information Act, or
other Federal statute(s) in accordance with implementation instructions contained in 49 C.F.R.
§19.36, revised March, 2000, to the extent applicable, and any subsequent applicable State or
Federal requirements that may be promulgated.
Section 12. Use of Real Property, Equipment, and Supplies
Unless otherwise approved by FTA, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the following
requirements with respect to real property, equipment, and supplies:
A. Use of Property. The Subrecipient agrees to use Project real property, equipment, and
supplies for appropriate Project purposes (which may include joint development purposes that
generate program income, both during and after the award period used to support transit
activities) for the duration of the useful life of that property, as required by FTA. Should the
Subrecipient unreasonably delay or fail to use Project property during the useful life of that
property, the Subrecipient agrees that it may be required to return the entire amount of the
Federal assistance expended on that property. The Subrecipient further agrees to notify FTA
immediately when any Project property is withdrawn from Project use or when Project property
is used in a manner substantially different from the representations made in the Application or
the Project Description for the Grant Agreement.
B. General Federal Requirements. A Subrecipient that is a State, a local government, or an
Indian tribal government agrees to comply with property management standards of 49 C.F.R.
§18.31 through 18.34, including any amendments thereto, and other applicable guidelines or
regulations the Federal Government may issue. A Subrecipient that is an institution of higher
education, or a private nonprofit organization, agrees to comply with 49 C.F.R. §19.30 through
19.37, including any amendments thereto, and other applicable guidelines or regulations the
Federal Government may issue. Any exception to the requirements of 49 C.F.R. §18.31
through 18.34, and to 49 C.F.R. §19.30 through 19.37, requires the express approval of the
State and Federal Government. A Subrecipient that is a for -profit organization agrees to
comply with property management standards satisfactory to FTA. Nevertheless, FTA has
established specific reimbursement requirements for premature dispositions of certain Project
equipment (i.e., when Project equipment is withdrawn from appropriate use before the
expiration of the equipment's useful life established by FTA).
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C. 5310 Program. The Subrecipient, where practical, shall make available the vehicle purchased
under this program to provide transportation to other elderly persons and persons with
disabilities beyond the Subrecipient's own clients when not being used for grant -related
purposes. According to FTA C 9070.1 E, the Recipient/Subrecipient shall also provide
transportation to the general public on an incidental basis if such service does not interfere
with transportation services for the general elderly and disabled public.
D. Maintenance. The Subrecipient agrees to maintain Project real property and equipment in
good operating order, in compliance with any guidelines, directives, or regulations the State or
FTA may issue.
E. Records. The Subrecipient agrees to keep satisfactory records regarding the use of Project
real property, equipment, and supplies, and submit to the FTA upon request such information
as may be required to assure compliance.
F. Encumbrance of Project Property. The Subrecipient agrees to maintain satisfactory continuing
control of Project real property or equipment. Thus, absent written authorization by FTA
permitting otherwise:
1. Written Transactions. The Subrecipient agrees to refrain from executing any transfer of
title, lease, lien, pledge, mortgage, encumbrance, third party contract, grant anticipation
note, alienation, or any other obligation that in any way would affect the Federal or
State interest in any Project real property or equipment.
2. Oral Transactions. The Subrecipient agrees to refrain from obligating itself in any
manner to any third party with respect to Project real property or equipment.
3. Other Actions. The Subrecipient agrees to refrain from taking any action that would
either adversely affect the Federal or State interest or impair the Recipient's continuing
control of the use of Project real property or equipment.
G. Transfer of Project Property. The Subrecipient understands and agrees as follows:
1. Subrecipient Request. The Subrecipient may transfer assets financed with Federal
assistance authorized for 49 U.S.C. chapter 53 to a public body to be used for any
public purpose with no further obligation to the Federal Government, provided the
transfer is approved by the State and Federal Transit Administrator and conforms with
the requirements of 49 U.S.C. §5334(g)(1) and (2).
2. Direction. The Subrecipient agrees that the State may direct the disposition of, and
even require the Subrecipient to transfer title to, any real property, equipment, or
supplies financed with Federal assistance.
3. Leasing Project Property to Another Party. If the Subrecipient leases any Project asset
to another party, the Subrecipient agrees to retain ownership of the leased asset, and
assure that the lessee will use the Project asset appropriately, either through a "Lease
and Supervisory Agreement" between the Subrecipient and lessee, or another similar
document. Upon request, the Subrecipient agrees to provide a copy of any relevant
documents.
H. Disposition of Project Property. With prior FTA and State approval, the Subrecipient may sell,
transfer, or lease Project property and use the proceeds to reduce the gross project cost of
other eligible capital transit projects to the extent permitted by 49 U.S.C. §5334(g)(4).
Nevertheless, the Subrecipient agrees that the State may establish the useful life for Project
property, and that the Subrecipient will use Project property continuously and appropriately
throughout that useful life.
1. Project Property Whose Useful Life Has Expired. When the useful life of Project
Property has expired, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with FTA's and the State's
disposition requirements.
2. Project Property Prematurely Withdrawn from Use. For property withdrawn from
appropriate use before its useful life has expired, the Subrecipient agrees as follows:
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a) Notification Requirement. The Subrecipient agrees to notify the State immediately
when any Project real property, equipment, or supplies are prematurely withdrawn
from appropriate use, whether by planned withdrawal, misuse, or casualty loss.
b) Calculating the Fair Market Value of Prematurely Withdrawn Project Property. The
Subrecipient agrees that the Federal Government retains a Federal interest in the
fair market value of Project property prematurely withdrawn from mass
transportation use. The amount of the Federal interest in the property shall be
determined on the basis of the ratio of the Federal assistance awarded by the
Federal Government for the property to the actual cost of the Property. The
Subrecipient agrees that the fair market value of property prematurely withdrawn
from use will be calculated as follows:
1) Equipment and Supplies. Unless otherwise determined in writing by the State,
fair market value shall be calculated by straight-line depreciation of the
equipment or supplies, based on the useful life of the equipment or supplies
established or approved by the State.
The fair market value of equipment and supplies shall be the value immediately
before the occurrence prompting the withdrawal of that property from use. In the
case of equipment or supplies lost or damaged by fire, casualty, or natural
disaster, the fair market value shall be calculated on the basis of the condition of
that property immediately before the fire, casualty, or natural disaster,
irrespective of the extent of insurance coverage. As authorized by 49 C.F.R.
§18.32(b), the State may use its own disposition procedures, provided that those
procedures comply with the State's laws.
2) Real Property. The Subrecipient agrees that the fair market value of real property
shall be determined either by competent appraisal based on an appropriate date
approved by the Federal Government, as provided by 49 C.F.R. Part 24, or by
straight line depreciation, whichever is greater.
3) Exceptional Circumstances. The State reserves the right to require the use of
another method of determining the fair market value of property. In unusual
circumstances, the Subrecipient may request that another reasonable valuation
method be used including, but not limited to, accelerated depreciation,
comparable sales, or established market values. In determining whether to
approve such a request, the State may consider any action taken, omission
made, or unfortunate occurrence suffered by the Subrecipient with respect to the
preservation or conservation of Project property withdrawn from appropriate use.
c) Obligations. Unless otherwise approved in writing by the State, the Subrecipient is
required to remit to the State the Federal interest in the fair market value of Project
real property, equipment, or supplies prematurely withdrawn from appropriate use.
In the case of fire, casualty, or natural disaster, the Subrecipient may fulfill its
responsibilities with respect to the Federal interest remaining in the damaged
equipment or supplies by either:
1) Investing an amount equal to the remaining Federal interest in like -kind
equipment or supplies that are eligible for assistance within the scope of the
Project that provided financial assistance for the damaged equipment or
supplies; or
2) Returning an amount equal to the remaining Federal interest in the damaged
property.
I. Misused or Damaged Project Property. If any damage to Project real property, equipment, or
supplies results from abuse or misuse of that property occurring with the Subrecipient's
knowledge and consent, the Subrecipient agrees to restore that real property or equipment to
its original condition or refund the value of the Federal interest in the damaged property, as the
State may require.
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J. Obligations After Project Close-out. A Subrecipient that is a State, local, or Indian tribal
government agrees that Project close-out will not alter its property management obligations
and applicable State and Federal rules and regulations and other FTA requirements or
directives.
Section 13. insurance
In addition to any other insurance requirements that may apply in connection with the Project, the
Subrecipient agrees as follows:
A. Minimum Requirements. At a minimum, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the insurance
requirements normally imposed by the laws, regulations, and ordinances imposed by its State
and local governments. For construction and/or repair contracts, the Subrecipient shall comply
with insurance requirements as established in 49 C.F.R. Part 18.
B. Flood Hazards. To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the flood
insurance purchase requirements of section 102(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of
1973, 42 U.S.C. §4012a(a), with respect to any Project activity involving construction or
acquisition having an insurable cost of $10,000 or more.
Section 14. Relocation
When relocation of individuals or businesses is required, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with the
following requirements:
A. Relocation Protections. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the Uniform Relocation
Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §4601
et seq.; and U.S. DOT regulations, "Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acquisition for
Federal and Federally Assisted Programs," 49 C.F.R. Part 24, which provide for fair and
equitable treatment of persons displaced or whose property is acquired as a result of Federal
and federally assisted programs. These requirements apply to all interests in real property
acquired for Project purposes regardless of Federal participation in purchases.
B. Nondiscrimination in Housing. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with Title VIII of the Civil
Rights Act of 1968, 42 U.S.C. §3601 et seq. and Executive Order No. 12892, "Leadership and
Coordination of Fair Housing in Federal Programs: Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing," 42
U.S.C. §3608 note, when carrying out its responsibilities to provide housing used to meet
Federal relocation requirements.
Section 15. Real Property
For Projects involving real property, the Subrecipient agrees as follows:
A. Land Acquisition. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the Uniform Relocation Assistance
and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §4601 et seq.; and
U.S. DOT regulations, "Uniform Relocation and Real Property Acquisition for Federal and
Federally Assisted Programs," 49 C.F.R. Part 24. These requirements apply to all interests in
real property acquired for Project purposes regardless of Federal participation in purchases.
B. Covenant Assuring Nondiscrimination. The Subrecipient agrees to include a covenant in the
title of the real property to assure nondiscrimination during the useful life of the Project.
C. Recording Title to Real Property. To the extent required by the State and FTA, the
Subrecipient agrees to record the State and Federal interest in the title of real property.
D. Approval of Changes in Real Property Ownership. The Subrecipient agrees that it will not
dispose of, modify the use of, or change the terms of the real property title, or other interest in
the site and facilities without permission and instructions from the State.
Section 16. Construction
For activities involving construction, the Subrecipient agrees as follows:
A. Drafting, Review, and Approval of Construction Plans and Specifications. To the extent
required by the State, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with State requests pertaining to the
drafting, review, and approval of construction plans and specifications.
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B. Supervision of Construction. The Subrecipient agrees to provide and maintain competent and
adequate engineering supervision at the construction site to ensure that the complete work
conforms to the approved plans and specifications.
C. Construction Reports. The Subrecipient agrees to provide progress reports and such other
information as may be required by the State.
D. Project Management for Major Capital Projects. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with FTA
regulations, "Project Management Oversight," 49 C.F.R. Part 633, and any revision thereto,
applicable to a Major Capital Project.
E. Seismic Safety. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the U.S. DOT regulations at 49 C.F.R.
Part 41, Executive Order No. 12699, "Seismic Safety of Federal and Federally -Assisted or
Regulated New Building Construction," 42 U.S.C. §7704 note, pursuant to the Earthquake
Hazards Reduction Act of 1977, as amended, 42 U.S. C. §7701 et seq., pertaining to seismic
safety in DOT assisted construction projects (specifically, 49 C.F.R. §41.117), and with any
implementing guidelines FTA may issue.
Section 17. Employee Protections
A. Construction Activities. The Subrecipient agrees to comply, and assures the compliance of
each contractor to any tier, with the following employee protection requirements for
construction employees:
1. Davis -Bacon Act, as amended, 40 U.S.C. §276a - 276a(7), FTA's enabling legislation
requiring compliance with the Davis -Bacon Act, at 49 U.S.C. §5333(a), and U.S. DOL
regulations, "Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to Contracts Governing Federally
Financed and Assisted Construction (also Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to
Nonconstruction Contracts Subject to the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards
Act)," 29 C.F.R. Part 5;
2. Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act, as amended, particularly with the
requirements of section 102 of the Act, 40 U.S.C. §327 - 332; and U.S. DOL
regulations, "Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to Contracts Governing Federally
Financed and Assisted Construction (also Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to
Nonconstruction Contracts Subject to the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards
Act)," 29 C.F.R. Part 5; and with section 107 of the Act, 40 U.S.C. §333, and U.S. DOL
regulations, "Safety and Health Regulations for Construction," 29 C.F.R. Part 1926; and
3. Copeland "Anti -Kickback" Act, as amended, 18 U.S.C. §874 and 40 U.S.C. §276c, and
U.S. DOL regulations, "Contractors and Subcontractors on Public Building or Public
Work Financed in Whole or in part by Loans or Grants from the United States," 29
C.F.R. Part 3.
B. Activities Not Involving Construction. The Subrecipient agrees to comply, and assures the
compliance of contractors at any tier, with any applicable employee protection requirements for
nonconstruction employees of section 102 of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards
Act, as amended, 40 U.S.C. §327 - 332, and U.S. DOL regulations, "Labor Standards
Provisions Applicable to Contracts Governing Federally Financed and Assisted Construction
(also Labor Standards Provisions Applicable to Nonconstruction Contracts Subject to the
Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act)," 29 C.F.R. Part 5.
C. State and Local Government Employees. The Subrecipient agrees that the minimum wage
and overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, as amended, 29 U.S.C. §206 and
207, apply to employees performing Project work involving commerce, and apply to any State
or local government employees that are public transit authority employees. Thus, the
Subrecipient, agrees to comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act's minimum wage and
overtime requirements for employees performing Project work.
D. Transit Employee Protective Arrangements. If transit employee protective arrangements
required by U.S. DOL apply to transit operations performed in connection with the Project, the
Subrecipient agrees to comply with the applicable requirements for its Project as follows:
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1. Standard Transit Employee Protective Arrangements. To the extent that the Project
involves transit operations, the Subrecipient agrees to implement the Project in
compliance with terms and conditions the U.S. Secretary of Labor has determined to be
fair and equitable to protect the interests of any employees affected by the Project and
that meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C. §5333(b), and of the U.S. DOL guidelines,
"Section 5333(b), Federal Transit Law," 29 C.F.R. Part 215 and any amendments
thereto. These terms and conditions are identified in U.S. DOL's certification of transit
employee protective arrangements to FTA. The Subrecipient agrees to implement the
Project in compliance with the conditions stated in that U.S. DOL certification. That U.S.
DOL certification and any documents cited therein are incorporated by reference. The
requirements of this paragraph do not apply to Projects for the elderly and persons with
disabilities that are authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5310(a)(2) or to Projects for nonurbanized
areas that are authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5311; separate requirements for those Projects
are contained in Subsections 17.D(2) and 17.D(3) of this Agreement.
2. Transit Employee Protective Arrangements for Projects for Elderly and Persons with
Disabilities Authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5310(a)(2). To the extent that the U.S. Secretary
of Transportation has determined or determines in the future that employee protective
arrangements required by 49 U.S.C. §5333(b) are necessary or appropriate for a public
body Subrecipient under the Project, the Subrecipient agrees to carry out the Project in
compliance with the terms and conditions determined by the Secretary of Labor
necessary to meet the requirements of 49 U.S.C. §5333(b), and the U.S. DOL
guidelines, "Section 5333(b), Federal Transit Law," at 29 C.F.R. Part 215, and any
amendments thereto. These terms and conditions are identified in U.S. DOL's
certification of transit employee protective arrangements to FTA. The Subrecipient
agrees to implement the Project in compliance with the conditions stated in that U.S.
DOL certification. That U.S. DOL certification and any documents cited therein are
incorporated by reference and made part of this Agreement.
3. Transit Employee Protective Arrangements for Projects in Nonurbanized Areas
Authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5311. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the terms and
conditions of the Special Warranty for the Nonurbanized Area Program agreed to by the
Secretaries of Transportation and Labor, dated May 31, 1979, U.S. DOL implementing
procedures, and any revisions thereto.
Section 18. Environmental Requirements
The Subrecipient recognizes that many Federal and State laws imposing environmental and resource
conservation requirements may apply to the Project. Some, but not all, of the major Federal laws that
may affect the Project include: the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended, 42
U.S.C. §4321 et seq.; the Clean Air Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §7401 et seq. and scattered
sections of 29 U.S.C.; the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended, 33 U.S.C. §1251 et
seq.; the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C. §6901 et seq.; and the
Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act, as amended, 42 U.S.C.
§9601 et seq. The Subrecipient also recognizes that U.S. EPA, FHWA and other Federal agencies
have issued, and in the future are expected to issue, regulations, guidelines, standards, orders,
directives, or other requirements that may affect the Project. Thus, the Subrecipient agrees to
comply, and assures the compliance of each Subrecipient and each contractor, with any such
Federal requirements as the Federal Government may now or in the future promulgate. Listed below
are requirements of particular concern to FTA and the Recipient. The Subrecipient agrees that those
laws and regulations do not constitute the Recipient's entire obligation to meet all Federal
environmental and resource conservation requirements.
A. Use of Public Lands. The Subrecipient agrees that no publicly owned land from a park,
recreation area, or wildlife or waterfowl refuge of national, State, or local significance as
determined by the Federal, State, or local officials having jurisdiction thereof, or any land from
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a historic site of national, State, or local significance may be used for the Project unless FTA
makes the specific findings required by 49 U.S.C. §303.
B. Coastal Zone Management. The Subrecipient agrees to assure Project consistency with the
approved State management program developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of
1972, as amended, 16 U.S.C. §1451 et seq.
C. Environmental Justice. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the policies of Executive Order
No. 12898, "Federal Actions to Address Environmental Justice in Minority Populations and
Low -Income Populations," 42 U.S.C. §4321 note.
Section 19. Energy Conservation
The Subrecipient agrees to comply with the mandatory energy efficiency standards and policies
within the applicable State energy conservation plans issued in compliance with the Energy Policy
and Conservation Act, 42 U.S.C. §6321 et seq.
Section 20. State Management and Monitoring Systems
The Subrecipient agrees to comply with applicable requirements of joint FHWA/FTA regulations,
"Management and Monitoring Systems," 23 C.F.R. Parts 500 and 49 C.F.R. Part 614, to the extent
applicable.
Section 21. Privacy Act
Contracts Involving Federal Privacy Act Requirements. The following requirements apply to the
Subrecipient and its employees that administer any system of records on behalf of the Federal
Government under any contract:
(1) The Subrecipient agrees to comply with, and assures the compliance of its employees with, the
information restrictions and other applicable requirements of the Privacy Act of 1974, 5 U.S.C. §
552a. Among other things, the Subrecipient agrees to obtain the express consent of the Federal
Government before the Subrecipient or its employees operate a system of records on behalf of the
Federal Government. The Subrecipient understands that the requirements of the Privacy Act,
including the civil and criminal penalties for violation of that Act, apply to those individuals involved,
and that failure to comply with the terms of the Privacy Act may result in termination of the underlying
contract.
(2) The Subrecipient also agrees to include these requirements in each subcontract to administer any
system of records on behalf of the Federal Government financed in whole or in part with Federal
assistance provided by FTA.
Section 22. Not Applicable
Section 23. Metric System
As required by U.S. DOT or FTA, the Subrecipient agrees to use the metric system of measurement
in its Project activities, pursuant to the Metric Conversion Act, as amended by the Omnibus Trade
and Competitiveness Act, 15 U.S.C. §205a et seq.; Executive Order No. 12770, "Metric Usage in
Federal Government Programs," 15 U.S.C. §205a note; and other U.S. DOT or FTA regulations,
guidelines, and policies. To the extent practicable and feasible, the Subrecipient agrees to accept
products and services with dimensions expressed in the metric system of measurement.
Section 24. Substance Abuse
A. Drug Abuse. The Subrecipient agrees:
1. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with U.S. DOT regulations, "Drug -Free Workplace
Requirements (Grants)," 49 C.F.R. Part 29, Subpart F, as modified by 41 U.S.C. §702
et seq.
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2. To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with FTA regulations,
"Prevention of Prohibited Drug Use in Transit Operations," 49 C.F.R. Part 655, including
subsequent FTA regulations when promulgated, and any guidance on the drug abuse
provisions of 49 U.S.C. §5331 that FTA or U.S. DOT may issue.
B. Alcohol Abuse. To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with FTA
regulations, "Prevention of Alcohol Misuse in Transit Operations," 49 C.F.R. Part 655,
including subsequent FTA regulations when promulgated, and any guidance on the alcohol
abuse provisions of 49 U.S.C. §5331 that FTA or U.S. DOT may issue.
Section 25. State Safety Oversight of Rail Fixed Guideway Public Systems
To the extent applicable, the Subrecipient agrees to comply with 49 U.S.C. §5330, and FTA
regulations, 'Rail Fixed Guideway Systems; State Safety Oversight," 49 C.F.R. Part 659, and any
guidance that FTA or U.S. DOT may issue to implement 49 U.S.C. §5330.
Section 26. Seat Belt Use
Pursuant to Executive Order No. 13043, April 16, 1997, 23 U.S.C. §402, the Subrecipient is
encouraged to adopt on-the-job seat belt use policies and programs for its employees when
operating company -owned, rented, or personally -operated vehicles and include this provision in third
party contracts, entered into under this Project.
Section 27. Special Requirements for Urbanized Area Formula Projects
The following requirements apply to all Projects financed with Federal assistance authorized for 49
U.S.C. §5307:
A. Fares and Services. Before raising fares or instituting a major reduction of service, the
Subrecipient agrees to use its established administrative process to solicit and consider public
comment.
B. Audit Requirements. The Subrecipient agrees that the State or Federal Government may
conduct or require the Subrecipient to engage an independent entity to conduct annual or
more frequent reviews and audits required by 49 U.S.C. §5307(i) and applicable regulations or
guidelines that the Federal Government may issue.
C. Half -Fare Requirements. The Subrecipient agrees that the fares or rates charged the elderly
and persons with disabilities during nonpeak hours for transportation using or involving Project
facilities and equipment will not exceed one-half of the rates that generally apply to other
persons at peak hours, whether the operation of such facilities and equipment is by the
Subrecipient or another entity under lease or otherwise. The Subrecipient agrees to give the
rate required herein to any person presenting a Medicare card duly issued to that individual
pursuant to Title II or Title XVIII of the Social Security Act, 42 U.S.C. §401 et seq., and 42
U.S.C. §1395 et. seq.
D. Procurement of an Associated Capital Maintenance Product. In accordance with the terms of
49 U.S.C. §5326(d), the Subrecipient may, without prior Federal approval, procure an eligible
associated capital maintenance product by contract directly with the original supplier or
manufacturer of the item to be replaced, provided that the Recipient: (1) first certifies in writing
that such manufacturer or supplier is the only source of that item and the price of that item is
no higher than the price paid for that item by like customers, and (2) complies with applicable
Buy America statutory and regulatory requirements.
E. Transit Security. Each fiscal year, the Subrecipient agrees to spend at least one (1) percent of
its funds authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5307 for transit security Projects, unless the Subrecipient
has certified to FTA that such expenditures are not necessary.
F. Restrictions on the Use of Formula Assistance for Operations. A Subrecipient permitted to use
Federal assistance authorized for 49 U.S.C. §5307 to support operations agrees as follows:
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1. To comply with the restrictions of 49 U.S.C. §5307(b)(1) and 5307(f) in using urbanized
area formula funds for operating assistance, unless permitted otherwise by FTA.
2. Financial assistance authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5307 may be applied to the Net Project
Cost of the Subrecipient's operating expenses incurred during the Project time period
set forth in the Project Budget and, with FTA approval, may be extended to a later date
to the extent permitted by law, provided that the applicable operating assistance
limitation is not exceeded.
G. Reporting Requirements. For each fiscal year, the Subrecipient agrees to conform, and
assures that any transit operator to which the Subrecipient provides funds authorized by 49
U.S.C. §5307 will conform, to the reporting system and the uniform system of accounts and
records required by 49 U.S.C. §5335(a) for FTA's national transit database and FTA
regulations, "Uniform System of Accounts and Records and Reporting System," 49 C.F.R. Part
630, which includes various reports required for FTA's national transit database.
H. Criminal Sanctions. The criminal sanctions of 49 U.S.C. §1001 apply to any submission or
certificate provided for the Urbanized Area Formula Program authorized by 49 U.S.C. §5307.
Section 28. Not Applicable
Section 29. Special Requirements for Job Access and Reverse Commute Grant Projects
The Subrecipient agrees to comply with following requirements in administering Projects financed
with Federal assistance authorized for section 3037 of TEA-21, 49 U.S.C. §5309 note:
A. General Requirements. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with any applicable Federal
requirements or guidance that may be issued to implement the Job Access and Reverse
Commute Grant Program, authorized by section 3037 of TEA 21, 49 U.S.C. §5309 note.
BH Restrictions on the Use of Grant Funds. The Subrecipient agrees that it will not use any grant
funds awarded for Section 3037 Projects to support the costs of planning or coordination
activities, in compliance with section 3037(e) of TEA-21, 49 U.S.C. §5309 note.
Section 30. Special Requirements for Over -the -Road Bus Accessibility Projects
The Subrecipient agrees to comply with following requirements in administering Projects financed
with Federal assistance authorized for section 3038 of TEA-21, 49 U.S.C. §5310 note:
A. General Requirements. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with any applicable Federal
requirements or guidance that may be issued to implement the Over -the -Road Bus
Accessibility Program authorized by section 3038 of TEA-21, 49 U.S.C. §5310.
B. Special Requirements. The Subrecipient agrees to comply with U.S. DOT regulations,
"Transportation Services for Individuals with Disabilities (ADA)," 49 C.F.R. Part 37, Subpart H,
"Over -the -Road Buses," and joint U.S. Architectural and Transportation Barriers Compliance
Board/U.S. DOT regulations, "Americans With Disabilities (ADA) Accessibility Specifications
for Transportation Vehicles," 36 C.F.R. Part 1192 and 49 C.F.R. Part 38.
C. FTA Notice. The provisions of FTA Notice, "Over -the -Road Bus Accessibility Program Grants,"
65 Fed. Reg. 2772-2786 (January 18, 2000), and any subsequent revision thereto, supersede
conflicting provisions of this Agreement.
Section 31. Disputes, Breaches, Defaults, or Other Litigation
The Subrecipient agrees that the State and FTA has a vested interest in the settlement of any
dispute, breach, default, or litigation involving the Project. Accordingly:
A. Notification. The Subrecipient agrees to notify the State of any current or prospective major
dispute, breach, default, or litigation that may affect the State or Federal Government's
interests in the Project or the administration or enforcement of laws or regulations. If the
Subrecipient seeks to name the State or the Federal Government as a party to litigation for
any reason, in any forum, the Subrecipient agrees to inform the State before doing so.
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B. Federal Interest in Recovery. The Federal Government retains the right to a proportionate
share, based on the percentage of the Federal share awarded for the Project, of proceeds
derived from any third party recovery, except that the Subrecipient may return any liquidated
damages recovered to its Project Account in lieu of returning the Federal share to the Federal
Government.
C. Enforcement. The Subrecipient agrees to pursue all legal rights within any third party contract.
D. State and FTA Concurrence. The State and FTA reserve the right to concur in any
compromise or settlement of any claim involving the Project and the Subrecipient.
E. Termination for Convenience.
1. General Provision. The Recipient may terminate this contract, in whole or in part, at
any time by written notice to the Subrecipient when it is in the Government's best
interest. The Subrecipient shall be paid its costs, including contract close-out costs, and
profit on work performed up to the time of termination. The Subrecipient shall promptly
submit its termination claim to Recipient to be paid the Subrecipient. If the Subrecipient
has any property in its possession belonging to the Recipient, the Subrecipient will
account for the same, and dispose of it in the manner the Recipient directs.
2. Professional or Transit Service Contracts. The Recipient, by written notice, may
terminate this contract, in whole or in part, when it is in the Government's interest. If this
contract is terminated, the Recipient shall be liable only for payment under the payment
provisions of this contract for services rendered before the effective date of termination.
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