Metrowest regional transit authority (mwrta) will procure replacement vehicles to support the fleet estip project ID # RTD0011137.

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the Metrowest Regional Transit Authority $443,886 on August 27, 2026, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) to procure replacement vehicles supporting the fleet. The award is a formula grant with a period of performance extending through June 30, 2031, and covers performance in Massachusetts. MWRTA will use the funding to acquire revenue replacement vehicles that enhance service reliability and safety for riders across the 16 Boston Metrowest communities it serves. The program provides capital funding to states and transit agencies through a statutory formula to replace, rehabilitate, and purchase buses and related equipment and to construct bus-related facilities. No subrecipients are identified on this award.

Activities

Massdot transit is transferring section 5339 statewide to mwrta to acquire revenue replacement vehicles to support the fleet.

Intended beneficiaries

Through these replacement vehicles mwrta will promote service by ensuring a safe clean and reliable public transportation system for its riders and the communities IT serves.