The purpose of this grant award is to provide funding for the purchase of equipment and one replacement vehicle

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Grand Forks $380,551 on August 17, 2026, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526).

The funding finances the purchase of computer-aided dispatch and automatic vehicle location (CAD/AVL) equipment, passenger counters, shop equipment, and one ADA replacement van. The CAD/AVL system and passenger counters enable accurate vehicle tracking for dispatch operations and passenger ridership monitoring. The shop equipment supports maintenance staff safety and operations. The replacement van maintains reliable transportation service for transit riders and drivers.

Performance takes place in North Dakota through December 31, 2026. The City of Grand Forks, a municipal government entity, is the recipient. No subrecipients are involved. The intended beneficiaries include the city and riders who depend on its transit services.

Activities

Purchase CAD/AVL equipment passenger counters shop equipment and one ADA replacement van.

Expected outcomes

Accurate vehicle tracking for dispatch and passenger count shop equipment to keep maintenance staff safe replacement van to continue to keep transit riders and drivers safe and have reliable transportation.

Intended beneficiaries

City of grand forks and the riders that rely on transit services.