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Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal FY09

Public Notice
Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has established a proposed overall annual Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Goal of 12.9% for its contracts that are financed in whole or part with funds from the Federal Department of Transportation, for the period of October 1, 2008 — September 30, 2009. This goal is in accordance with the regulations of US DOT 49CFR Part 26. A description of the goal and the process for establishing the goal are available for inspection during regular business hours, for 30 days following the date of this notice at the MBTA′s Office of Diversity and Civil Rights (ODCR), 10 Park Plaza, Room 5720, Boston, MA 02116.

The MBTA and the US Department of Transportation (USDOT) will accept comments on the goal for 45 days from the date of this notice, effective June 13, 2008, and comments for the MBTA should be sent to the MBTA′s Office of Diversity and Civil Rights (ODCR). Comments to be submitted to the USDOT should be sent to the Civil Rights Officer, US Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration, 55 Broadway, Suite 920, and Cambridge, MA 02142-1093.

Advertising

We offer a variety of widely used and sought after maps and schedules which feature effective advertising space. Unlike radio, TV, newspapers or magazines which present so much advertising; on many MBTA materials, yours will be the only ad seen by millions.

Filming/Sampling

All Filming/Sampling requires a permit. Please click on “Filming/Sampling” above and refer to “Procedure & Requirements” section.

The MBTA plays an essential role in everyday life in Boston, as well as being a prominent and functional figure throughout Boston's history. It is due to this position as a transit powerhouse and historical icon that the MBTA is frequently depicted in countless films, commercials and motion pictures.

Real Estate

The Real Estate Department at the MBTA has a dual function: overseeing the agency′s real estate holdings, and managing its office and warehouse spaces. Reflective of this dual function, the Real Estate Department is comprised of two divisions: Real Estate and Facilities Management.

MBTA Pushcart Program

The MBTA has approximately 120 pushcart locations currently operating throughout its system. The MBTA only provides space for pushcarts and where available, electricity. The pushcart itself as well as all other supplies must be provided by you. Spaces are limited to those approved by the MBTA Operations Department. Locations for pushcarts are available by application only. If your business is approved for a pushcart location, a renewable license for a term of one (1) year will be issued. In order to apply for a Pushcart Location and a License, please fill the application.

Subway Performers Program

The MBTA allows musical performers at designated Performance Areas throughout the subway system on a daily basis. Performers must obtain a photo permit from the MBTA and agree to all terms of the Authority′s Subway Performers Program Policy.

Bidding and Solicitations

Each year the Design and Construction, Environmental Affairs, Systemwide Maintenance & Improvements and Planning departments of the MBTA administer design and construction projects worth approximately $371,000,000. We have a thorough process for evaluating our contractors and ensuring that they have the experience and capabilities to handle multi-million dollar projects.