2-4. The TMR Number, Continued
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A STMR is a series of TMRs issued to provide for recurring moves. All requests
Standing
for STMRs must include a letter of justification supported by historical cargo role
transportation
or movement frequency data from the customer. The TAMCA is the approving
movement
authority for all STMRs. Upon approval, the TAMCA assigns a special interest
release (STMR)
code and control number for each STMR. The necessities of STMRs are
evaluated on a monthly basis. MCTs must keep copies of STMRs and review
them monthly with the customer. Upon determination of validity, a written
recommendation is sent to TAMCA, for continuation, cancellation or
modification.
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For a single stop movement consisting of one or more vehicles, the movement
Single stop TMRs
manager assigns one TMR number. If the vehicle will be used more than once for
the same commitment, such as a shuttle service, a separate TMR is required for
each day the asset is employed. For multi-stops, the movement manager must
assign one TMR number per commitment for each stop.
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The issuance of TMRs has been decentralized to local MCTs. MCTs issue TMRs
Issue of TMR
to the extent of their locally allocated capability. If there is a lack of transport,
they refer the request to the MCC or regional movement control team (RMCT) for
resolution. Shipments requiring special equipment or special service are usually
referenced directly to the MCC/RMCT.
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The MCT issues a TMR for all RU quantity transportation requests. Less-than-
Release-unit
release-unit (LRU) shipments may be consolidated by the shipper, thus becoming
(RU) quantity
eligible for a TMR. LRUs may be forwarded by the shipper to the nearest
transportation
consolidation distribution (C&D) point for consolidation; held by the shipper for
requests
pickup service provided in connection with a less-than-truckload scheduled
express operation; or forwarded by the fastest means possible unless otherwise
restricted.
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