1. Preliminary specifications: sent to potential and interested suppliers before study tour
　　2. Study Tour: July-Aug. 2003
　　3. Finalize specifications and other bid terms and conditions: Aug. 2003
　　4. Release request for proposals: Fall of 2003
　　5. Receive and evaluate bid documents: 3 months after releasing request for proposals.
　　6. Signing contract with suppliers: March, 2004
　　7. Installation of hydrogen supply system: about 5 months after signing the contracts
　　8. Delivery of the first 6 fuel cell buses: 6 months after signing the contracts
　　Notice: Some activity above may be delayed due to SARS.