Purpose

NASA Official Fleet Management Handbook

Frequently Asked Questions

Purpose

Q. What is the process for purchasing emergency vehicles ASAP?

A. If an emergency requirement exists, the CTO should take the following steps:

  1. Try to locate an existing GSA or NASA-owned asset that may be available for transfer or reassignment (be sure to contact all other NASA Centers);

  2. Obtain a commercial rental or lease vehicle to temporarily fulfill the need until a normal purchase can be made;

  3. Contract for the service or arrange for the existing contractor to secure the asset where economically feasible;

  4. In rare circumstances, it may be appropriate to initiate the process of purchasing a “stock” vehicle from a local dealer’s inventory.

 

Last Updated:08/20/2005 05:38 PM