This will ensure a diversified pool of resources and a timely response to support as needed. The proposed contractors, including areas of expertise, are described in the following paragraphs. Clean Fuel Connection, Inc ., and its principals Enid Joffe and James Cahill, has extensive experience in the EV industry, advanced technology transit bus development, and government relations. Subcontractors identified in the proposal include experts in the areas of natural gas vehicles and infrastructure. A.D. Little, Inc ., and its staff headed by Jon Leonard, has extensive experience in advanced transportation technologies and alternative fuels, and has been providing technical assistance involving alternative fuel vehicles and fueling stations to the AQMD, the CEC, and other government programs since the early 1980s.
Contractor is a recognized leader in natural gas vehicle applications.
In particular, Mr. Pope has expertise in the design of LNG fueling facilities. He is well versed in state and local codes, and has established relationships with the major engine and chassis manufacturers. Subcontractors identified in the proposal include experts in the areas of CNG refueling stations and alternative fuel systems for all vehicle types. Resource Impacts Sufficient funds are available from the Clean Fuels Fund, established as a special revenue fund resulting from the state-mandated Clean Fuels Program. Code Sections 40448.5 and 40512 and Vehicle Code Section 9250.11, establishes mechanisms to collect revenues from mobile sources and stationary sources to support projects to increase the utilization of clean fuels, including the development of the necessary advanced enabling technologies.