FT Procurement Policies - Pilot Programs.pdf

The document outlines Foothill Transit's policies and procedures regarding demonstration (pilot) projects for testing innovative products, approaches, or technologies. These projects are short-term, carefully planned exercises to evaluate feasibility and application without a large resource commitment. They can be initiated by proposals or by Foothill Transit itself. The Executive Director must make determinations before awarding contracts, and contracts under $100,000 can be awarded by the Executive Director, while those over $100,000 require approval from the Executive Board. Contracts for demonstration projects should have a reasonable term, not exceeding one year unless the Executive Director deems it necessary. At the conclusion of the project, Foothill Transit decides whether to competitively acquire or discontinue the use of the tested product, approach, or technology based on documented results.