The purpose of this funding is to purchase vehicles

The Federal Transit Administration awarded the City of Jackson, Mississippi $17.084 million on April 16, 2026, under the Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs (CFDA 20.526) to purchase heavy-duty diesel-electric hybrid buses, gasoline cutaway buses, and gasoline vans, including delivery costs. The funding will replace, expand, and modernize Jackson's existing diesel fleet with hybrid and gasoline vehicles. The period of performance extends through March 30, 2033, with all work performed in Mississippi. The City of Jackson, operating through its Department of Administration, receives the award as the ultimate recipient. No sub-recipients are involved in this project. The intended beneficiaries include all residents and visitors of Jackson.

Activities

The activities of this funding are to purchase heavy duty diesel electric hybrid buses gasoline cutaway buses and gasoline vans. This funding will also be used for delivery costs.

Expected outcomes

The purchase of these vehicles and equipment will help to replace expand and modernize the existing diesel fleet with hybrids and gasoline vehicles.

Intended beneficiaries

The intended beneficiaries of this project will be all residents and visitors of the city of jackson MS.