 Report Cards This is also referred to as an "Efficiency Study". This is a comprehensive review of a district's transportation program, geared towards providing the maximum level of service at minimum cost. Recommendations are based upon an analysis of the following areas of interest: Financial, Policy, Procedures, Routing, Staffing, Fleet, Labor, and Maintenance. Also referred to as "Operating Alternatives". When engaged to perform this service,  takes a hard
look at the various management and operating options available to
the district. Our thorough analysis includes specific information
related to the benefits and obstacles associated with each option.
We have a history of providing pragmatic analyses of the pro's and
con's of privatization versus district operation, and we provide
a detailed methodology and timeline for implementation. Various
options include conventional (full) contracting, management contracting,
district operated, and blended programs. Many districts have engaged
us to include this service as part of the "Report Card" service
noted above.By focusing upon the two critical elements of specification development and managed competition, has saved our clients millions of dollars while enhancing the level
of transportation services. Our complete bid service includes a
review of the existing program, preparation of draft specifications
or RFP's, contractor solicitation, pre-bid conference, bid opening
or RFP contract negotiations, award recommendation. has been involved in numerous projects in a number of states.
is a pioneer in the area
of sharing transportation related services, involved not only with
school district sharing, but also sharing among school districts
and various community agencies (intermunicipal cooperation). Successful
studies have resulted in the sharing of the following services:Management, Out-of-district route coordination, Centralized fueling, Equipment, Vehicles, Facilities, Fleet Maintenance, Purchasing, Training, Substitute drivers. Districts often benefit from the perspectives offered by an independent third party. Over the years, has been engaged to focus on a variety of issues including, single
versus double tripping, management transition, management / labor
conflict resolution, contractor management, alternative fueling,
transportation facility design and resolving sensitive transportation
issues raised by special interest groups.Since beginning in 1987,
the firm has worked with State agencies, and other funding sources,
to perform a variety of very successful grant studies. For
example, has conducted major regional
reviews of shared services, we have evaluated the status of bus
drivers in the state of New Jersey, we have developed position papers
for industry associations, and we have worked in cooperation with
civic groups and districts to review efficiency and alternative
methodologies. Many of these studies have involved extensive data
collection, the development of creative recommendations based on
the data gathered, and the publication of results. assists the applicant and the funding
agency to develop a successful grant profile,
including identifying the issues and the potential outcomes, determining
reasonable timelines, and establishing cost effective procedures. We understand
grant requirements, reporting expectations and study methodologies.
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