FAA Advisory_150_5100_14d.doc

The document is an advisory circular issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Aviation Administration regarding the selection and engagement of architectural, engineering, and planning consultants for airport grant projects. It outlines the purpose, application, and principal changes of the circular. The document discusses the types of consultant services, selection procedures, contract format and provisions, methods of contracting, allowable costs, and special services that may be required for airport projects. It emphasizes the importance of qualifications-based selection procedures and compliance with federal regulations when selecting consultants for projects funded under Federal grant programs. The circular also provides detailed information on the different phases of consultant services, such as planning services and architectural/engineering services, along with examples of special services that may be needed for airport projects. Additionally, it includes appendices with definitions, sources of consultants, sample scopes of services, fee/cost analysis samples, and examples of record of negotiations.