The purpose of this award is for the purchase of three (3) fcebs and nine (9) CNG replacement buses for the CITY of montebello (CITY).

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Montebello $11.792 million on June 23, 2026, under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) to purchase three fuel cell electric buses and nine compressed natural gas replacement buses for Montebello Municipal Bus System.

The City of Montebello Transportation Department, operating as Montebello Municipal Bus System, will use the funding to procure the twelve replacement transit vehicles, which will enable continuation of service and enhance safety for the city's bus line commuters. The award carries a period of performance through September 30, 2028, with place of performance in California. The City does not intend to subaward funds to sub-recipients.

Activities

Funds will be used to purchase three (3) fcebs and nine (9) CNG replacement buses.

Expected outcomes

Funding will ensure the continuation of excellent service and the safety of montebello bus lines operations for commuters.

Intended beneficiaries

City of montebello and the riders that rely on its service will benefit from continued services.

Subrecipient activities

City of montebello does not intend to subaward funds.