TRB's National Cooperative Highway Research Program (NCHRP) has issued a request for proposals to develop a guidebook for state, regional, and local transportation agencies on developing and implementing a dynamic curbside management program. The guidebook will define and describe policies, mechanisms, and data considerations for dynamically pricing, regulating, and permitting curbside activity. Proposals are due August 27, 2020 at 5:00 PM Eastern.

TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) has issued a request for proposals to produce a primer on insurance issues for transit agencies that may operate bus, rail, paratransit, and other types of transit service. The primer will include best practices regarding the types of insurance that a public transit agency should purchase to ensure it is properly protected, including how to determine the appropriate policy limits, and the appropriate qualifications or ratings for insurance companies. Proposals are due September 1, 2020 at 5:00 PM Eastern.

TRB's Transit Cooperative Research Program (TCRP) has issued a request for proposals to produce a report that provides practical advice and a summary of the law for stakeholders to consult when making decisions about how to police public transportation systems. This research will result in (1) a comprehensive summary of the constitutional issues applicable to the policing of public transportation systems; and (2) a review of select public transportation agencies as examples of the organizational and contractual structures used to effectively police vehicles and premises. Proposals are due September 14, 2020 at 5:00 PM Eastern.