Formula Grant OK2026006
- The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA), doing business as Embark, a $14,817,763 Formula Grant (CFDA 20.507) to cover preventive maintenance, paratransit services, and capital improvements for the period of July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024. The grant will fund one year of preventive maintenance, nine months of paratransit services, and the purchase of mobile data management software, real-time transit fleet systems, shop...
- Federal Grant Award Summary The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority (COTPA), operating as Embark, a formula grant of $2.93 million under the Enhanced Mobility of Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program (CFDA 20.513) with an award date of September 23, 2025, and a completion deadline of February 28, 2028. The award supports continued transportation services for older adults and individuals with disabilities across Oklahoma...
- This $17,818,888 Federal Transit Formula Grant (CFDA 20.507) awarded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to the Central Oklahoma Transportation and Parking Authority (COTPA) will provide one year of preventive maintenance, nine months of paratransit service, one year of UPWP salaries, and fund the purchase of shop equipment, security enhancements, and the rehabilitation/renovation of the Downtown Transit Center and the S. May administrative building. The grant period is from September 1,...
- Federal Grant Award Summary The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded $2.1M to the Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority (COTPA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) on June 27, 2025. The award funds the acquisition of 2 replacement 40-passenger compressed natural gas (CNG) buses and 6 paratransit vans, all fueled by CNG technology. These vehicles will replace aging diesel-powered equipment that has...
- Federal Grant Award Summary The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority (COTPA), operating as Embark, $674,555 under the State of Good Repair Grants Program (CFDA 20.525) on September 9, 2025, to support capital maintenance and rehabilitation projects for the organization's ferry transit system. The award funds eligible dredging activities in the Oklahoma River to remove debris that causes mechanical damage and operational...
- Federal Project Grant Award Summary The Federal Transit Administration awarded $975,000 through the Federal Transit Capital Investment Grants program (CFDA 20.500) to the Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority (COTPA, operating as Embark) on August 28, 2025, for a Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) planning initiative in Oklahoma City. The award supports comprehensive planning activities designed to establish Oklahoma City's first rapid transit corridor development framework...
- This federal Formula Grant award from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the State of Good Repair Grants Program (CFDA 20.525) provides $445,780 to the Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority (COTPA), doing business as Embark, to conduct dredging activities in the Oklahoma River. The purpose is to remove debris that has been causing maintenance issues and damage to COTPA's ferry boats, enabling more efficient and cost-effective...
- The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the Oklahoma Department of Transportation a formula grant totaling $36.7 million under the Formula Grants for Rural Areas and Tribal Transit Program (CFDA 20.509) on July 23, 2025, with a completion date of September 30, 2031. This award provides operating and capital assistance to support public transportation services in rural and non-urbanized areas of Oklahoma. The funding supports 19 rural transit agencies operating in the state through...
- The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority (COTPA), operating as Embark, a $5,033,850 Project Grant on July 15, 2025, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526). The funding supports the purchase and delivery of nine replacement 40-foot compressed natural gas (CNG) buses to replace aging diesel buses that have exceeded their useful service life. The project is scheduled...
- This $4,117,648 Formula Grant award, provided by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526), will fund the purchase of 45 transit vehicles. Of these, 23 vehicles will replace aging assets, while 22 will expand the existing fleet to assist transit agencies with scheduling and operations. The award aims to improve the state of good repair for transit assets serving the rural populace and local...
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the Central Oklahoma Transportation & Parking Authority (COTPA), operating as Embark, $17.9 million under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) on April 16, 2026. This formula grant supports COTPA's public transportation operations and capital improvements in the Oklahoma City metropolitan area through funding for one year of preventive maintenance, nine months of paratransit services, and one year of Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) salaries. The award covers the period from September 1, 2025 to June 30, 2026, with ultimate completion by December 31, 2029. The funded activities enable COTPA to maintain its rolling stock in a state of good repair, continue service operations at high standards, and implement infrastructure improvements including the procurement of six service vehicles, security systems (cameras, access control, lighting, and barriers), and bus rapid transit enhancements. Additionally, COTPA will utilize funds for shop equipment purchases, fare payment system modernization (fareboxes, ticket vending machines, account-based payment systems, and contactless solutions), and planning studies including fare collection analysis, mini-hub feasibility assessments, and environmental reviews for future bus rapid transit routes. These investments support COTPA's commitment to accessible, reliable transit services serving the Oklahoma City region.Federal Transit Formula Grants Award Summary
Mod # | Description | ReasonForModification | Federal Obligation | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not listed | $14.0m | 4/16/26 |