Improve the reliability of jefferson citys public transit system (JEFFTRAN) through the replacement of two diesel fixed-route buses that are beyond their useful life with two hybrid-electric buses

The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Jefferson $2,382,188 on July 17, 2026, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) to procure two hybrid-electric fixed-route buses replacing two diesel buses beyond their useful life in the JeffTran public transit system. The award funds acquisition of new vehicles to improve reliability of Jefferson City's fixed-route service, enhance fuel efficiency, and reduce CO2 emissions. Period of performance runs through May 31, 2029, with work performed in Missouri. Citizens of Jefferson City are the intended beneficiaries.

Purpose

The purpose of this award is to improve the reliability of jefferson citys public transit system (JEFFTRAN) through the replacement of two diesel fixed-route buses that are beyond their useful life with two hybrid-electric buses.

Activities

Activity to be performed is to procure two hybrid-electric fixed-route buses.

Expected outcomes

Expected outcomes include better reliability of the fixed-route system with new vehicles. Also to improve efficiency in fuel mileage and reduce CO2 emmissions.

Intended beneficiaries

The citizens of the city of jefferson missouri will be the beneficiaries of this award.