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UPWP Amendments

The Texas Administrative Code (Rule 15.4) and 49 CFR 18.30 each have wording that discuss thresholds for when a UPWP amendment is necessary. It is important to keep in mind that a specific MPO's bylaws may have additional requirements to those in the state and federal regulations. Therefore, the bylaws should be referenced and compared to state and federal regulations to determine exactly when an amendment may be necessary.

TxDOT, per a 1997 agreement with FHWA, provides oversight of the UPWP amendment process. Elements of this oversight include submitting copies of annual performance reports for each MPO and reviewing/approving contracts for areas without approved procurement procedures when PL funds are used.

TxDOT also reviews and approves, when appropriate, all equipment purchases over $5,000, in accordance with A-87.

FHWA and FTA conduct process reviews as deemed necessary, to see how TxDOT is managing this program. These process reviews are a coordinated team approach with representatives of TxDOT, FHWA, and FTA.