DOT - Environmental Impact Statement, Fuel Efficiency Improvement Program - MRAS

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), on behalf of the Department of Transportation (DOT), is conducting market research to explore capabilities related to the Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) for the Phase 2 Medium- and Heavy-Duty Vehicle Fuel Efficiency Improvement Program. This initiative stems from mandates in the Energy Policy and Conservation Act of 1975 (EPCA) and its subsequent amendments under the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007 (EISA). These legislative frameworks require the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) to set regulatory standards aimed at improving fuel economy across various vehicle categories, thereby reducing national energy consumption.

The primary focus of this market research is to gather insights into potential service providers capable of supporting DOT's objectives under this program. Specifically, the requirement involves developing a comprehensive Environmental Impact Statement that evaluates the effects associated with implementing fuel efficiency improvements for medium- and heavy-duty vehicles. These vehicles are characterized by a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 10,000 pounds or more, including work trucks rated between 8,500 to 10,000 pounds GVWR.

As part of this effort, interested parties are expected to demonstrate their ability to conduct thorough analyses that address environmental concerns while aligning with regulatory standards set forth by NHTSA. The scope includes identifying feasible strategies for enhancing fuel efficiency in commercial on-highway vehicles and work trucks as defined by EISA. This program aims not only to achieve maximum feasible improvements in vehicle efficiency but also to ensure compliance with federal energy conservation goals.