RRC FLEET INFORMATION
Boise State University Raptor Research Center (RRC)
Fleet, Recharge, and Passenger Guidance
Boise State University Raptor Research Center (RRC)
Fleet, Recharge, and Passenger Guidance
The Raptor Research Center (RRC) maintains a fleet of vehicles to facilitate field research for Boise State University students and field biologists, which often involves travel off of paved roads. Most vehicles are equipped with heavy-duty off-road tires and tow hitches. Although off-road fieldwork can be rough on vehicles, if damages are kept to a minimum, the RRC Recharge rate (see following section) can remain as low as possible for everyone who uses the vehicles for field research.
Additionally, rentals from external vendors may sometimes be used and paid with RRC or other funds. Rentals are considered University Fleet vehicles during the rental agreement.
University-owned vehicles are used solely for official university business per University Vehicles Policy 9040, § 3.4.
(links are for specific model owner's manuals)
T19: 2016 Ford F150 4x4 pickup, crew cab, standard bed, could be equipped with a ladder rack if needed
T20: 2026 Ford F150 4x4 pickup, crew cab, short bed
T32: 2020 Ford F150 4x4 pickup, super cab, long bed
T36: 2025 Nissan Frontier SV 4x4 pickup, crew cab, standard bed, no towing hitch
T90: 2019 Ford F150 4x4 pickup, super cab, long bed
T95: 2021 Ford F150 4x4 pickup, super cab, standard bed
In July 2012, Boise State University established a Recharge Center for the RRC for the purposes of paying and seeking reimbursements for costs associated with the use of RRC vehicles--namely fuel, repair, and maintenance costs. On a monthly basis, reported mileage is charged by the RRC to advisors and Principal Investigators who authorize the use of RRC vehicles, and approved mileage costs are charged to the users' designated university or sponsored project funds. Mileage accuracy to 1/10th of a mile is critical.
Per Recharge Centers Policy 5110, § 4.3.3, there is an expectation that Boise State University Recharge Centers must break even over a two-year period and not make a profit. Recharge rates are updated periodically as maintenance, repair, and fuel costs fluctuate. If RRC vehicle users demonstrate good judgment to minimize damages to vehicles, the rate can be kept lower for everyone. Damages or cleaning attributable to a specific user may be charged to that user's funding source alone.
The basic calculation for Recharge mileage rates: Annual Expenses in $ ÷ Annual Usage in Miles = Rate Charged in $.
(EFFECTIVE THROUGH 8-31-2026)
RRC Recharge Boise State University Internal Rate (Academic) = 63¢ per mile
RRC Recharge External Rate B (Academic/Agencies/Non-Profit) = 89¢ per mile
RRC Recharge External Rate C (Industry/Private/Individuals) = $1.15 per mile
(EFFECTIVE BEGINNING 9-1-2026)
RRC Recharge Boise State University Internal Rate (Academic) = 44¢ per mile
RRC Recharge External Rate B (Academic/Agencies/Non-Profit) = 62¢ per mile
RRC Recharge External Rate C (Industry/Private/Individuals) = $1.15 per mile
Ensure that all travelers in RRC vehicles who are Boise State employees have completed and approved Travel Authorizations on file. All student travelers who are not current Boise State employees should have a signed Student Field Trip Travel Agreement on file.
Note that volunteers, non-employees, and Boise State employees who are not set up as RRC drivers are prohibited from driving RRC vehicles.
Complete the Boise State Authorized Volunteer Services Agreement if the preceding chart indicates it is needed, including Graduate Assistants who are off contract and graduate fellows. Send completed and signed forms to RaptorResearchCenter@boisestate.edu.
Form Description: List each activity the volunteer is performing and include the name(s) of those they are assisting.
Drivers: On a limited basis, a volunteer may apply to drive state vehicles with a valid driver’s license and approval from the advisor/PI and the RRC Director. Please provide a copy of the current driver’s license with the Authorized Volunteer Agreement form (this is an insurance liability issue and is mandatory).