Schedule a bus test

Step 1:

If you have not already done so, contact the Altoona Bus Testing and Research Center to obtain an information package that contains a Contract for Testing, a Time and Fee Schedule, and a Summary Procedure Description.  For record keeping purposes,  please make your request in writing. 

Step 2:

Contact Mr. David Klinikowski, program manager, if you have any questions regarding the information provided in the package.

Step 3:

Once you have reviewed the information and the bus is ready to be delivered for testing, provide a letter to Mr. David Klinikowski indicating the type of bus (engine, fuel, length, etc.), desired test date, and the service life category for testing.  The start date for testing is handled on a first-come, first-served basis and is subject to the availability of personnel and facilities.

Step 4:

At a date at least two weeks prior to the delivery of the bus for testing, provide two completed and executed copies of Contract for Testing to Mr. David Klinikowski.  Also provide a copy of the insurance certificate.  Insurance requirements are set forth in Paragraphs 12 and 13 of the contract.  Briefly, the certificate must include Automobile Liability insurance for $1,000,000 U.S., and Physical Damage coverage (collision, comprehensive).  Penn State University must be included on the certificate as an additional insured.

Upon receipt of these documents, the bus will be added to the test schedule. The contract and insurance certificate will be processed at Penn State and a signed copy of the contract will be returned to the manufacturer.

Step 5:

Contact Mr. Robert Reifsteck or Mr. Kenneth Defibaugh at the Altoona facility several days prior to the day of shipment to arrange for delivery and unloading.  The bus must arrive at the Altoona Bus Testing and Research Center (2237 Old Route 220N Duncansville, PA 16635) between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Step 6:

At the time of delivery, provide a check for the Manufacturer's 20 percent portion of the test fee, service documentation, and spare parts as indicated in the contract.  The bus must be licensed for operation over public streets.

During the course of testing, Mr. Robert Reifsteck,  Altoona facility manager, is the point of contact for bus manufacturers.