Description
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) is offering approximately $21 million in FY 2026 competitive grants to support the acquisition of new buses, bus‑related equipment, and the development or rehabilitation of bus facilities (e.g., depots, maintenance shops, and parking structures). Eligible applicants include state and local transit agencies, Indian tribes, and qualifying nonprofit sub‑recipients. Up to five awards will be made, with each award expected to fund capital‑intensive projects that improve fixed‑route bus service. Applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by 11:59 PM ET on September 21, 2026.
• Funding focus: purchase/lease of low‑ or no‑emission buses, bus‑related equipment, and construction/rehabilitation of bus facilities.
• Total estimated funding: $21.6 million; average award ~ $4.3 million.
• Eligible entities: State governments, local governments, tribal governments, and qualifying nonprofit sub‑recipients.
• Number of awards: 5 (competitive).
• Submission portal: Grants.gov (NOFO ID FTA‑2026‑010‑TPM‑BUS).
• Key dates: Opening July 27 2026; deadline September 21 2026.
• Contact: Kirsten Wiard‑Bauer, Office of Program Management, [email protected], (202) 366‑2053.