Utilize NTS 5339 FFY23 FFY24 and FFY25 formula funds for NTS capital projects and preventive maintenance

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Nashua Transit a formula grant totaling $467,222 under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) on September 8, 2025. The award utilizes fiscal year 2023, 2024, and 2025 formula funds to support capital projects and preventive maintenance activities through September 30, 2028. The grant funds a comprehensive range of infrastructure and equipment improvements, including the midlife overhaul and rehabilitation of up to six (6) compressed natural gas (CNG) Gillig buses, procurement of bus shelters and stop signage, installation of security cameras and access control systems, and acquisition of maintenance equipment including a tire machine and wheel alignment machine.

Additionally, the award supports building improvements and facility maintenance, specifically interior painting, carpet and tile replacement in the administrative building, as well as rehabilitation and installation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units for both the administration building and garage facilities. These capital investments and preventive maintenance activities are designed to maintain the transit system's fleet, facilities, and equipment in a state of good repair, benefiting both Nashua Transit staff operations and the traveling public. No sub-recipient activities are associated with this award.

Activities

Procurements to include but not be limited to the following:*shelters*bus stop signage*security cameras and security access pin pads*interior painting in administration bldg*carpet and tile replacement in administration bldg*midlife overhaul and rehab of up to six (6) CNG gillig buses*preventive maintenance* a/c and heat units for administration building and garage* equipment: tire machine and wheel alignment machine

Expected outcomes

To keep the administrative building; CNG gillig buses maintenance equipment; shelters; signage and security components in a state of good repair.

Intended beneficiaries

Both the NTS staff and the public/passengers are beneficiaries of these capital projects.