FORM B - NEWSPAPER ADVERTISEMENT LOG.pdf

This document is a Newspaper Advertisement Log form used by the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) to track public solicitation notices for bid and proposal opportunities. The form requires contractors to document the newspapers or publications in which contract opportunities were advertised, including the publication name, phone number, publication type (minority, general, or trade), circulation figures, and the dates and duration of advertisement placement. The form also requires documentation of whether bid or proposal due dates were extended by LACMTA and, if so, an explanation of any positive or negative impacts to Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) solicitations.

The form serves as a compliance and transparency tool for LACMTA's procurement process, ensuring that contract opportunities receive adequate public notice through appropriate media channels. By requiring contractors to log advertisement details and track any timeline extensions, LACMTA can monitor the effectiveness of its outreach efforts and assess whether solicitation practices support DBE participation and fair competition in the contracting process.