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There are many ways to get involved with ATA Bus other than being a rider! See how you can join our team, help our mission, share your ideas, and much more, all in the options below! Opportunities There are many ways to get involved with ATA Bus other than being a rider! See how you can join our team, help our mission, share your ideas, and much more, all in the options below! Bid Postings View the current open ATA Bus bid postings. Work for ATA Bus Looking for employment? View career opportunities and apply to join the ATA Bus team. Share Your Feedback Want to give an employee a shoutout for doing a good job? Have an idea to improve our services? We want to know! Advertising Explore cost effective options to reach prospective customers, employees, or community members. Philanthropy See the different ways that you can help ATA Bus give back to the local communities we serve .

A map of the fixed routes in Manhattan and Ogden with information about the hours of service, schedule, and fixed pick-up locations. Manhattan/Ogden Fixed Routes Monday - Friday Routes 1, 4, and the E/W Express, generally operate 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. in Manhattan/Ogden, Monday-Friday. Route 4 has a lunch break from 12:50 pm to 1:20 pm Route 5 , generally operates 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. in Manhattan - Monday-Friday. The K-18 Connector generally operates 6:10 a.m. - 10:40am and 2:15pm - 6:45 pm. Monday - Friday (PDF) Saturday Routes 1 and 4 generally operate 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. in Manhattan. The East/West Express Route generally operates from 9:21 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. in Manhattan. Route 4 has a lunch break from 1:50 pm to 2:20 pm Route 5 operates with a specialized Saturday only schedule to ensure access to essential shopping areas Saturday (PDF) Routes and Schedules Transit App On Demand Service Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org Find Your Bus Plan your trip, purchase your fare, and track your bus. Download Transit now

A map of the fixed routes at Kansas State University (K-State) with information about the hours of service, schedule, and fixed pick-up locations. K-State Fixed Routes K-State and ATA Bus partnered together to provide free on-campus transportation to students, faculty, and staff. Park n' Ride will operate with 30-minute frequency Monday-Friday. View our brochure to learn more. Please note that the Park 'n Ride route will operate with an additional bus during peak hours, ensuring greater convenience, more space, and better service for Wildcats on the move. Here’s what you need to know: The "K" Bus will run clockwise on the route from 8:40 AM to 1:40 PM, starting at Jardine. The "S" Bus will run counterclockwise all day from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, also starting at Jardine. Want more details? Check out the Transit App for everything you need to know about this upgrade and how it enhances your commute. MHK Fixed Routes - Ride the E/W Express for FREE with your KSU ID! K-State Bus Routes (PDF) E/W Express Route (PDF) Routes and Schedules Transit App On Demand Service Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org Ride FREE with your K-State ID On Campus K-State students, faculty, and staff can ride on-campus routes for free. Simply show the bus driver your valid Wildcat ID when you board the bus. Fixed Routes and Demand Response will require paid fares from KSU Students, Staff, and Faculty. Find Your Bus (Route K & S) Plan your trip, purchase your fare, and track your bus. Download Transit now

Curb to curb demand response service is available on all shuttles and routes to provide persons with mobility impairments access. ADA Policies It is the policy of ATA Bus to uphold and assure full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all related statutes. ADA Complaint Title II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) provide that no entity shall discriminate against an individual with a disability in connection with the provision of transportation service. If you have a complaint about the accessibility of the FHATA Inc. transit system or believe you have been discriminated against because of your disability, you can use the linked form below to file a complaint. To file this complaint, accurately fill it out, and mail or email it to: Attn: Civil Rights Officer 5815 Marlatt Av Manhattan, KS 66503 fhata@fhata.org Americans with Disabilities Act Complaint Form (PDF) Americans with Disabilities Act Complaint Policy (PDF) Reasonable Modification ADA and related statutes provide that transportation entities are required to make reasonable modifications/accommodations to policies, practices, and procedures to avoid discrimination and ensure that their programs are accessible to individuals with disabilities under any program or activity receiving Federal assistance. Any individual, group of individuals, or entity that wants ATA to modify its service to accommodate a disability may make a reasonable request for modification. View our full policy using the link below: To make a reasonable request for modification, please click on the link below, fill it out accurately, and mail or email it to: fhata@fhata.org FHATA 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 If you would like to file a complaint regarding Reasonable Modification, please click on the link below, fill it out accurately, and mail or email it to: fhata@fhata.org FHATA 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 Sunday and Holiday/Closure Scheduling ADA complementary paratransit customers are allowed to schedule rides on Sundays and any holiday or day when FHATA is closed or has suspended service. This will be done via an ADA reservation phone line. Scheduling Info: On closure/suspended service days, the ADA reservation line will be open from 7:00 A.M.-5:00 P.M. The line is 785-537-6345. ADA complementary paratransit customers will be able to dial in during available hours and leave a voicemail that details their requested trip. Please be sure to leave your name and phone number in the message. Staff will return your call between 4:00 P.M. and 6:00 P.M. on Sunday to confirm the trips. View our full policy using the link below: If you do not have the ability to print or digitally complete the documents, please contact us and we can mail you the necessary documents for return. Reasonable Modifications Requests Policy (PDF) Reasonable Modification Request Form (PDF) Reasonable Modification Complaint Form (PDF) Sunday and Holiday Dispatch Policy and Procedures (PDF) Demand Response Travel Training Civil Rights/Title VI Policies Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org Applications Instructions: If applying due to age (60+), you only need to complete and submit Sections 1 and 2 and submit proof of age. If applying due to ADA, you need to complete and submit Sections 1, 2, and 3, and a licensed professional will complete and submit Section 4. Application: Submit your completed paperwork now using the button below: Applications and supporting documents can be mailed to: Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency Attn: ADA Application 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 Applications can also be emailed to fhata@fhata.org If sending ADA paperwork via email, please follow the appropriate formatting to ensure your email is validated as safe: SUBJECT LINE OF EMAIL MUST READ: ATA Bus 2026 ADA/Half Fare Paperwork – Last Name, First Name EMAIL BODY MUST READ: My name is _____ _______ and I am sending this email to apply for the curb-to-curb/half fare service with Flint Hills ATA Bus 2026. PLEASE BE SURE TO INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION WITH YOUR EMAILED APPLICATION! ADA Paratransit Application (PDF) Submit Your Paperwork Email Requirements

The following is a list of upcoming bid and proposal opportunities.  Open Solicitations The following is a list of FHATA's upcoming bid and proposal opportunities. All dates and times are subject to change and FHATA reserves the right to cancel any solicitation at any time. All public events (bid openings and conferences) are held at FHATA, 5815 Marlatt Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66503 unless otherwise indicated. In connection with carrying out a project, the Bidder shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or handicap, as provided by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.. FHATA reserves the right to solicit or to waive a new solicitation, for new bids if sufficient effort, as determined by FHATA, has not been made to comply with the DBE goals and requirements set forth in a project. FHATA reserves the right to accept or to reject any and/or all bids, to re-advertise for bids and to waive any informality in any proposal and to determine the most responsive bid by its own criteria, as described within the specifications. All prospective bidders should notify our procurement department (contact information below) their intent to bid, please be sure to indicate Bid #. Vendors may complete the Vendor Registration form here and submit via email . It is the bidder’s responsibility to check the website for any addendums and signature sheets prior to submitting their bids. FHATA will not be responsible for communicating with firms that do no not notify us of their interest in this solicitation. All projects are funded in part by Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and/ or Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) grants, and are subject to certain FTA and KDOT certifications and regulations. All bidders (and subcontractors) must comply with all applicable regulations indicated in the Bid Manuals. No person or entity submitting a proposal in response to a solicitation, nor any officer, employee, agent, representative, relative or consultant representing such a person (or entity) may contact through any means, or engage in any discussion concerning the evaluation and award of a procurement contract with any member of the FHATA’s Board of Directors or any employee of FHATA during the period beginning on the date of issue and ending on the date of the selection or award of contract. Any such contact would be grounds for disqualification of the proposer. Contact with FHATA Procurement Department staff during such time period must be limited to technical questions, and discussions leading to Best and Final Offers (BAFOs). Contact Name: Anne Smith, Executive Director Office Phone: 785.537.6345 email: asmith@fhata.org For information about our Bid Protest Policy, please visit the page linked below: About FHATA Procurement New Postings FHATA will post new Bid Opportunities below as they come available. Please check back often and thank you for your interest in working with us. Request for Proposal (RFP) : Transit Technology Software Modernization (Fixed Route CAD/AVL, Paratransit/Microtransit CAD/AVL, Planning and Scheduling Software) Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (Owner) soliciting firm fixed cost proposals for Fixed Route CAD/AVL, Paratransit/Microtransit CAD/AVL, Planning and Scheduling Software, beginning with the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026. Bid # RFP-FY25-1003-TECHNOLOGY DBE Participation: There is no specific goal established. See DBE Policy here. Advertisement for Bid: Opportunity Type: Request for Proposal Contract Type: 3-Year Contract ( with 2 - 1-year renewals) Issue Date: January 5, 2026 Closing Date and Time: February 13, 2026, 2:00 PM CST Pre-bid conference: January 22, 2026, 1:30 PM CST Location of Pre-bid Conference: 5815 Marlatt Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66503 Public Opening: February 13, 2026, 2:00 PM CST Location of Public Bid Opening: 5815 Marlatt Avenue, Manhattan, KS 66503 OR Online Only Via TEAMS.       Microsoft Teams Click to JOIN Meeting Meeting ID: 262 535 604 542 93       Passcode: qh2ee7FD RFQ Documents: Addendums or Additional Attachments: FY25-1003 5.0 Advertisement FHATA Technology RFP_FY25-1003 - Invitation to Bid FY25-1003 5.0 Addendum FY25-1003 5.0 TRM Matrix Back to Business Closed Solicitations Advertising Employment Opportunities Philanthropy Share Your Feedback Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org Back to Business

Board of Directors The Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (FHATA) plans, manages, and operates public transportation services within the Manhattan, Urbanized Area, Riley County, Pottawatomie County, and Geary County. The Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency Inc. is a 501c3 private non-profit organization. It operates program services outside of the Manhattan, KS Urbanized Area, eligible for §5311 Formula Grants for Rural Areas granted to the Agency directly or indirectly by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Read more about this Board of Directors here . The Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency Board is a legal public entity established by an Inter-local Agreement among the City of Manhattan, Riley County, Pottawatomie County, and Kansas State University. It operates program services within the Manhattan Urbanized Area, eligible for §5307 Formula Grants for Urbanized Areas granted to the Board directly or indirectly by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). Learn more about this Board of Directors here . The two boards have in place a shared services and joint operations agreement that provides guidance and conditions for sharing staff resources and assets; working cooperatively to achieve the shared mission and program goals and imperatives. Contact Us Hours of Operation Highlights Partnerships Terms of Use Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org

The following is information to help potential vendors and partners learn about the procurement process. Doing Business with ATA Bus We welcome your interest in doing business with us. We highly recommend that you familiarize yourself with the information provided here to help assist you in the process. We’ve posted just about everything you need to know to be able to make informed inquiries about doing business with Flint Hills ATA Bus. The information provided in the link pages is meant to help notify and educate the public and potential partners of FHATA's upcoming bids and proposal opportunities, the policies and procedures of such processes, and details of previous procurement opportunities. Open Solicitations Closed Solicitations Vendor Registration About FHATA Procurement Advertising Employment Opportunities Philanthropy Share Your Feedback Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org

Philanthropy Diehl Grant - Providing Bus Passes to Help Combat Food Insecurity In the spring of 2022, ATA Bus was awarded a Diehl Community Grant through the Greater Manhattan Community Foundation. This grant is intended to support projects likely to have a major impact on community efforts in the arts, basic human needs, and youth, located in or impacting a large segment of the population. ATA Bus works closely with many service organizations in the community and was able to identify the need for easily accessible transportation to help combat food insecurity. To explain further, according to Feeding America, 13.5% of people in Riley County are experiencing Food Insecurity. In order to allow more people to access the organizations and groups in town who can help individuals acquire food, meals, and other resources, ATA Bus applied for funding in order to provide those entities with Bus Passes at no cost. With the award of the Grant, it means that many of the helpful organizations in town will be given ATA Bus passes for no charge to provide freely to the individuals they serve who are in need. ATA Bus is delighted to have been given this opportunity and feels proud to be able to better the community through this program. Partnered Organizations: Food and Farm Council Be Able Community Salvation Army Flint Hills Breadbasket Flint Hills Wellness Coalition Sunflower CASA Shepherd's Crossing Common Table Manhattan Emergency Shelter, Inc. If you or someone you know is experiencing food insecurity, please feel free to contact any of the organizations above for assistance and care. Westloop Blessing Box In late 2020, ATA Bus wanted to find a way to help give back to the Manhattan Community. During this time, the Riley County Food and Farm Council had offered a prebuilt “Blessing Box” to us if we would like to sponsor it and arrange for it to be placed on the West side of Manhattan. Through coordination with the Westloop Business Association, Brixmor Property Group, KS State Bank and JP Enterprises, the Blessing Box was installed in the Westloop Parking lot in December of 2020. Since that time, the Blessing Box has confirmed that there was a need for assistance in this area as it is used daily. Beginning in 2021, ATA Bus sought out other Westloop Businesses to help sponsor the Blessing Box for one month at a time. Many businesses have reached out and volunteered to do so and it has been tremendously successful in helping keep it stocked. Below you can find a list of our current monthly sponsors! If you are interested in giving back to the community also, stocking the Blessing Box is a great way to do so! There are some helpful instructions below, along with a list of all of the Blessing Boxes located throughout Manhattan so you can find a location that works best for you! Instructions for Filling Blessing Boxes (PDF) Blessing Box Locations (PDF) Advertising Employment Opportunities Bid Postings Share Your Feedback Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org

Contact information to reach us via phone, web, or in person. Contact Us ATA Bus 5815 Marlatt Ave. Manhattan, KS 66503 www.fhata.org Phone: (785) 537-6345 Dispatch: (785) 537-6345 Ext. 2 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 Contact Form First Name Last Name Email Phone (optional) Message Submit Thanks for submitting! We will get back to you as soon as we can! Public Participation Public Participation Policy (PDF) Hours of Operation FHATA Boards Highlights Partnerships Terms of Use Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org

Kids Corner Can Children Ride the Bus? Yes, children are welcome on the ATA Bus! In order to provide a safe, positive experience, there are some requirements for children riding the bus. Please read below to make sure you can be prepared! All children under the age of eleven must be accompanied by an adult on demand response and fixed route trips. Children under four years old must be in a child safety seat Children 4-8 years old must be in a safety or booster seat unless they weigh more than 80 lbs. or are taller than 4 ft. 9 inches tall. The child must be secured with an appropriate child seat provided by the parent or guardian. The parent or guardian will properly fasten such devices using the vehicle seat belts. Costs for Youth Here is some basic information on the costs for youth to ride the bus. Click on the link below for more detailed information on fares. Any person between the ages of 7 and 17 can receive their Fixed Route Fare for half of the price. Please present an ID if possible. Children age 6 and under ride free on Fixed Routes. Children age 10 and under ride free on Demand Response. Riding the Bus is Fun There's no better way to explore the Flint Hills Area, than by taking the bus. You hop on, sit back in your seat, watch the scenery go by, and the next thing you know, you’re where you want to go. Plus, there are a lot of fun locations you can get to on ATA Bus. We have put together some ideas for kids that are along our routes below! See you there! Fun Route Stops in Manhattan: Sunset Zoo (High School stop (Route 3)) Cico Park (Route 1) City Park (Route 1, Two stops) Douglass Center (Route 1 & K18) Discovery Center (Route 1) K-State Insect Zoo (Jardine Tunstall stop (Route 1 & 4) Fun Route Stops in Junction City: Junction City Bowl (Washington & Adams stop (Red Route) Playground Park (Red Route) Library (Blue Route) Movie Theater (Goodwill stop (Red Route) Fares and Passes How to Ride Half-Fare Program FAQ Rider Handbook Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org

Facility Update - Building Construction Visiting the Building Due to construction, the FHATA building will be closed to the general public beginning February 26th, 2024. To best serve our customers, those wishing to purchase passes, complete paperwork, and/or do business, will be allowed to visit the building on Wednesdays during working hours (8:00 am - 5:00 pm). During no other time of the week should visitors attempt to visit the building. If planning to visit on Wednesday, please pay close attention to all signage indicating where to enter the parking lot, where to park your vehicle, and how to enter the building. You can also view the images below to help better understand how to access the facility during that time. If you visit the building, please expect some time for us to answer the door due to construction. DO NOT attempt to walk around the facility or enter the facility through any other means, other than the designated door. If you are visiting during open hours and have been at the door for more than three (3) minutes, please return to your vehicle and call the office number to let them know you are here (785-537-6345). The building closure and open hours are enforced to maintain the safety of our employees and visitors and will be in place as long as the construction is occurring. Please check back for more information or call 785-537-6345. Contact Us Hours of Operation FHATA Boards Highlights Terms of Use Contact Information 5815 Marlatt Avenue Manhattan, KS 66503 (785) 537-6345 Toll Free: (877) 551-6345 fhata@fhata.org

Learn about the mission, vision, history, and services of ATA Bus. About Us The Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (ATA Bus) plans, manages, and operates public transportation services within the Manhattan Urbanized Area, Junction City, Riley County, Pottawatomie County, and Geary County. ATA Bus is committed to offering courteous, safe, and reliable service for all of our riders, without regard to race, gender, age, or disability. Mission Our mission is to provide and promote the highest quality transit services to the Flint Hills communities. Public Service Mission Build Stronger communities and promote equality and opportunity. Vision We believe in empowering people and connecting communities. Our History The Agency was founded in 1976 by a group of county residents concerned about the lack of public transportation. Flint Hills Area Transportation Agency (FHATA) has been providing safe, reliable, and affordable public transportation since that time as a 501c3 private, non-profit organization. Services All ATA Bus vehicles are 100% ADA Accessible. Many buses are equipped with bike racks. Fixed Routes: Manhattan and Junction City routes with a fixed schedule and pick-up locations. Regional Services: The K-18 Connector and service to additional communities. Demand Response: Curb-to-curb service for seniors, disabled, and those who live far from a bus stop.