The Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration awarded a $4.375 million Project Grant to the Mississippi Department of Transportation under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526). The grant will fund the purchase of vehicles and other capital maintenance items for various sub-recipients, including $3.5 million for Starkville-MSU Area Rapid Transit System construction. The grant period is from October 1, 2021 through March 30, 2025.
The funds will be used by MDOT and sub-recipients to replace, rehabilitate or purchase buses and related equipment, and rehabilitate, purchase, construct or lease bus facilities. MDOT will ensure vehicles purchased are accessible from FTA-approved transit vehicle manufacturers and reported within 30 days of contract signing. The grant aims to improve and expand public transportation services across Mississippi through capital investments in buses and bus facilities.
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