Description
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $8.75 million in competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 Public Transportation on Indian Reservations (Tribal Transit) Program. The program supports FTA’s strategic goals and objectives through investments that enhance safety, renew transit systems, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve equity, and connect communities. Eligible applicants include federally recognized Indian tribes or Alaska Native villages, groups, or communities. The program will award competitive grants for any purpose eligible under FTA’s Formula Grants for Rural Areas Program, including planning, capital, and operating assistance for tribal public transit services in rural areas.
Some key points to consider for this opportunity include:
* The program has a funding opportunity of $8.75 million.
* Eligible projects include public transportation planning, capital, or operating expenses.
* Applicants must demonstrate adequate technical, legal, and financial capacity to receive and manage Federal funds under this program.
* The application process involves submitting a proposal electronically through GRANTS.GOV, which includes a supplemental form and supporting attachments.
* The evaluation criteria for applications include planning and local/regional prioritization, project readiness, demonstration of need, and demonstration of benefits.