Purchase replacement class 400 low floor ADA accessible gas fueled bus

This federal Formula Grant award of $279,100.00 from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (CFDA 20.507 - Federal Transit Formula Grants) will provide funding for the City of East Grand Forks, Minnesota to purchase one replacement 30-foot gas-powered bus for its fixed-route transit service. The award will enable the city to maintain its fleet of ADA-accessible vehicles and continue providing high-quality public transportation to East Grand Forks residents. The grant has an award date of January 17, 2025 and an ultimate completion date of September 30, 2026. As the sole awardee, the City of East Grand Forks will carry out the bus procurement activities using the Minnesota state procurement contract.

Activities

Capital to purchase one replacement 30 foot gas bus for fixed route service. Bus will be purchased off of the MN state procurement contract.

Expected outcomes

Continue to provide fixed route bus service to the residents of east grand forks with replacement bus purchase and keep rolling stock vehicles in a state of good repair.

Intended beneficiaries

East grand forks transit riders will benefit from the high level of service and vehicles provided.