Provide 1 year of carryover operating assistance for the BAY area transportation authority (bata) and to provide capital funding from both section 5339 and funds flexed from the federal highway…

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the Bay Area Transportation Authority $877,242 on May 27, 2026, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) to fund one year of carryover operating assistance and capital funding for replacement revenue vehicles. Operating costs covered include wages, fuel, insurance, and other expenses necessary to continue BATA's transit operations. Capital costs support the acquisition of replacement revenue vehicles. The award will enable BATA to maintain service delivery and improve the age and condition of its revenue fleet. Performance runs through September 30, 2029, with place of performance in Michigan. No sub-recipients are involved in this award.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to provide 1 year of carryover operating assistance for the BAY area transportation authority (bata) and to provide capital funding from both section 5339 and funds flexed from the federal highway administration.

Activities

The operating costs to be covered in this award will be wages fuel insurance and other expenses to continue the operational needs of bata. The capital costs include the acquisition of replacement revenue vehicles.

Expected outcomes

Funding will permit bata to continue operations and improve revenue vehicle age and condition.

Intended beneficiaries

Bata and the riders that rely on its service.