STATUS OF THE COMMERCIAL BUS STUDY

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• Collection: General CIA Records
• Document Number (FOIA) /ESDN (CREST): CIA-RDP78-05599A000100100019-3
• Release Decision: RIPPUB
• Original Classification: U
• Document Page Count: 2
• Document Creation Date: December 9, 2016
• Document Release Date: March 22, 2000
• Sequence Number: 19
• Publication Date: October 2, 1973
• Content Type: MF

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MEMORANDUM FOR: Director of Logistics
SUBJECT Status of the Commercial Bus Study
1. I think our study has progressed to the point where
we must now make some further decisions if we are going to
continue to pursue the commercial bus route. The first, of
course, is the decision whether or not to continue. At this
point, we are not committed to the extent where we cannot
withdraw if necessary; however having already eliminated the
bus driver positions I suppose is tacit acceptance that we
will contract for the service. To continue our efforts beyond
the point; where we are now will put us in a position from
which we cannot easily return to our present Agency-controlled
operation.
2. Assuming the decision is to continue, we must decide:
a. which option we are to pursue; that is, total
commercial service, contract drivers, or contract
drivers and maintenance of equipment;
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options and all routes. Cost of operation, depending on the
option, appears to be within our original estimate of $180,000.
However, in reviewing the bids, it is apparent that we must now
refine our information; i.e., option, routes, etc., and go out
with an amended RFP before we have a true cost picture.
4. Once we make a decision to continue our work in this
area, I would suggest we implement our schedule and route
changes as soon as possible, utilizing our own equipment. I
feel this would give us some pretty good experience in joint
use, with DOD and State, if we go this route; employee reaction
to service; and, generally, more experience with the system,
which would aid us in making an orderly transition to commer-
cial contract service when the time comes.
5. In summary, I would recommend we proceed as follows:
a. Decide whether or not to continue.
b. Decision on routes, use agreement, and scheduling.
c. Formalize use agreement with State and DOD.
d. Refinement of RFP.
e. Decision on drivers.
f. Implementation of schedules and routes using our
own service.
g. Awarding of contract.
h. Transition to commercial contract service.
6. I would appreciate any other thoughts you have on the
matter and, if we are to continue, your guidance on a time
frame.
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