Purchase two (2) replacement fixed-route battery electric transit vehicles and chargers

The City of Visalia received a Federal Transit Formula Grant award of $3,733,524 from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Urbanized Area Formula Funding Program (CFDA 20.507) on September 3, 2025. The award funds the procurement of two replacement fixed-route battery electric transit vehicles and one charger with two dispensers to modernize the city's public transportation fleet serving Tulare County residents and visitors.

These assets will replace older vehicles currently in operating service, enabling the City of Visalia to maintain its transit system in a state of good repair while advancing environmental sustainability goals through electrification. No subrecipients are involved in the award, with all activities performed directly by the City of Visalia. The project completion date is September 30, 2027.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to purchase two (2) replacement fixed-route battery electric transit vehicles and chargers.

Activities

Funds will cover the cost of two (2) replacement battery electric transit vehicles and one (1) charger with (2) dispensers.

Expected outcomes

The funding will allow for two (2) replacement battery electric transit vehicles and one (1) charger with (2) dispensers that are needed to replace older vehicles in operating services.

Intended beneficiaries

Residents of tulare county and those visiting the area.