Description
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) intends to enter into a single-source contract with the Florida Public Transportation Association (FPTA) for coordination and training events. The FPTA acts as a collective voice in promoting the recognition, use, and improvement of public transportation in the State of Florida. The organization's major purposes are to provide a forum for the exchange of experiences, discussions, and study of mutual problems among FPTA and to act as a positive force in the State of Florida to foster common policies, requirements, and educational efforts regarding public transportation. The contract will be for a period of five years, and the estimated dollar amount is $790,459.00.
Key aspects of the job include:
• Providing training opportunities for FPTA and FDOT
• Encouraging informational exchanges between executive management of transit systems
• Offering technical support and training to agencies delivering rural transit services
• Maintaining a well-trained and educated workforce
• Promoting the recognition, use, and improvement of public transportation in the State of Florida