Provide funding for the purchase implementation and integration of intelligent transportation systems (its) technology for the transit fleet via contract with a qualified technology vendor

The City of Turlock received a $989,275 Formula Grant award dated September 10, 2025, from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526). The award funds the purchase, implementation, and integration of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) technology for the transit fleet through contract with a qualified technology vendor. Deliverables include acquisition and installation of ITS technology for both new and existing systems, along with associated training and support services necessary to complete the project through the June 30, 2027 completion date.

The ITS technology integration is designed to enhance system efficiency, reliability, and passenger safety while improving passenger confidence in the transit system. Benefits extend to both Turlock Transit riders—who gain improved trip planning and real-time system information—and transit operations and maintenance employees, who will have access to enhanced fleet status visibility. No subrecipient activities are identified under this award.

Purpose

The purpose of this project is to provide funding for the purchase implementation and integration of intelligent transportation systems (its) technology for the transit fleet via contract with a qualified technology vendor.

Activities

Funds will be used to cover expenses associated with the purchase and installation of intelligent transportation systems (its) technology integration of new and existing its technology as well as training and support services needed to complete the project.

Expected outcomes

Funding for this project will ultimately result in increased system efficiency system reliability passenger/personnel safety and passenger confidence.

Intended beneficiaries

Beneficiaries include turlock transit riders both during the trip planning process and the actual use of the system as well as transit operations and maintenance employees who will have access to more and better information about the status of the fleet.