Purchase replacement buses and supportive trainings through workforce development related to the operation of the public transit system

This $17,807,630 Project Grant awarded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) will enable the Springfield Mass Transit District (SMTD) to purchase replacement buses and provide workforce development training related to the operation of their public transit system. The funding will be used to acquire new vehicles that produce fewer emissions, supporting the agency's goal of providing safe, reliable, and environmentally conscious public transportation to the greater Springfield area. The grant award is effective from March 26, 2025 through the ultimate completion date of September 30, 2027.

Purpose

The purpose of this grant is to purchase replacement buses and supportive trainings through workforce development related to the operation of the public transit system.

Activities

The expected activities to be performed include purchasing new buses and completing workforce development.

Expected outcomes

The expected outcomes for this project include providing safe and reliable public transportation using vehicles that produce less emission.

Intended beneficiaries

Intended beneficiaries include the staff required to operate the public transit system and the passengers who ride the public transit system as well as the residents of the greater springfield area as smtd purchases vehicles that produce less emissions.

Subrecipient activities

There are no subrecipient activities.