Specifications include, but are not limited to: Upon selection and award of a contract Contractor shall: 1. Strategic Planning and Policy Development o Assist in developing long-term plans, policies, and goals. 2. Grant Writing and Funding Assistance o Identify potential funding opportunities from federal, state, and local sources. o Prepare grant applications and manage compliance with grant requirements. o Provide strategies for leveraging public-private partnerships. 3. Community Engagement and Public Outreach o Organize public meetings, workshops, and focus groups to gather community input. o Facilitate communication between stakeholders, including the public, government agencies, and private entities. 4. Project Management and Coordination o Oversee transit-related capital improvement projects. o Manage contracts and coordination with contractors, vendors, and consultants. 5. Regulatory Compliance and Documentation o Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local transit regulations (e.g., FTA, ADA, Title VI). o Prepare necessary documentation for audits and reviews.