S2E5: Driving sustainability and equity through public transit procurement

How can transit systems modernize their purchasing process to better serve their community?

The Alameda-Contra Costa Transit District, also known as AC Transit, is the largest public bus-only system in California, the 3rd largest bus-only transit agency in the United States and currently serves 1.5 million East Bay Area residents. AC Transit’s mission is to deliver safe, reliable, and sustainability transit services and they have a fierce commitment to environmental sustainability, equity, and innovation. Our guest, Chellate Young, shares insights around how AC Transit leverages business buying tools to meet their procurement goals, while also adhering to federal and state purchasing regulations and supporting Small Business Enterprises and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises. Learn how they’re leveraging procurement tools to serve East Bay residents, help maintain compliance, and drive buyer behavior.

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