Task 1 and 2: Pre-Award and Post-Delivery Audits Contractor must adhere to the most current Buy America Pre-Award and Post-Delivery Audit regulatory requirements when conducting the audits necessary. EXHIBIT A, FTA’s Best Practices Manual, references the regulatory requirements and provides guidance on how to perform the functions required. Additionally, there are sample templates included as an appendix to the manual. Task 3: Vehicle Quality Inspections NVTA seeks an independent contractor or subcontractor to conduct detailed vehicle quality inspections for the fourteen (14) electric Gillig buses. These inspections will occur before the buses are accepted and placed into service to ensure the vehicles meet NVTA’s technical specifications and quality standards. Vehicle Quality Inspections shall include, but not be limited to: 1. Inspection and Reporting: Contractor shall inspect NVTA procured vehicles at critical points in the production process. The critical inspection points may include but are not limited to: - Frame and Chassis Assembly (early production) - Body Shell and Exterior Panel Assembly (following structural assembly) - Installation of Mechanical and Electrical Systems (mid-assembly) - Comprehensive pre-delivery quality inspection Following each inspection, contractor shall complete a detailed inspection report for each vehicle. The report must include: o Status of the vehicle order. Inspector's notes detailing findings, issues, and corrective actions taken. o Photographs of any problem areas and confirmation of fixes. o Any in-plant QC/QA forms documenting inspections or issues encountered during production. o These inspection records should be based on continuous monitoring of the vehicle during production and ensure that quality control is maintained throughout the manufacturing process.
