Description
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is offering approximately $589 million in FY 2026 competitive grants under the Low‑or‑No‑Emission (Low‑No) Program. The funding supports the purchase, lease, or construction of low‑emission and zero‑emission transit buses and the associated supporting facilities (e.g., charging stations, maintenance bays). Eligible applicants include state governments, local transit agencies, tribal governments, and other designated recipients. Up to 50 awards will be made, with each award potentially covering a single bus procurement project or a multi‑bus fleet replacement, as well as the required infrastructure. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 PM ET on September 21, 2026.
• Funding amount: ~$589 M total, up to 50 awards.
• Eligible recipients: States, local governments, tribal governments, and other designated entities.
• Eligible costs: Purchase/lease of low‑ or zero‑emission buses, construction/upgrade of charging or fueling facilities, related project management.
• Application method: Electronic submission through Grants.gov (no paper/fax).
• Deadline: 11:59 PM ET, 21 Sep 2026.
• Contact: Kirsten Wiard‑Bauer, Office of Program Management, [email protected], (202) 366‑2053.