Project Grant WA2021003

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Washington State Department of Transportation $12 million on May 13, 2026, under the State of Good Repair Grants Program (CFDA 20.525) to execute a legislatively-directed preventive maintenance pilot project for Washington State Ferries (WSF) fleet vessels and associated equipment. The funding, derived from FTA Section 5337 resources received through a funding swap with King County Metro, will support planned intermediate-level maintenance and...

The Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration awarded a $2,758,861.74 Project Grant to the Washington State Department of Transportation on January 28, 2021 under the Highway Planning and Construction program (CFDA 20.205). The grant will fund the procurement of reduction gear for preservation of the MV ISSAQUAH, supporting the program's purpose of assisting states in construction, preservation, and improvement of highways. The Highway Planning and Construction program...

Federal Formula Grant Award Summary The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) received a $14.34 million Formula Grant award dated December 3, 2025, from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the State of Good Repair Grants Program (CFDA 20.525). The award funds system-wide preventive maintenance activities for Washington State Ferries (WSF) fleet vessels and associated equipment during the 2025-27 biennium (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027). Maintenance activities...

The Maritime Administration awarded Safe Boats International LLC $716,983 under the Assistance to Small Shipyards federal grant program (CFDA 20.814) to support the delivery of capital improvements at its facility in Bremerton, Washington. Specifically, the funding will enable the acquisition of an 80-ton self-propelled vessel transporter, new aluminum welding equipment, and mobile lifting equipment including an extended reach forklift, scissor lift, and large forklift. These capital assets will...

Federal Grant Award Summary The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded Kitsap Transit $770,327 under the State of Good Repair Grants Program (CFDA 20.525) on July 8, 2025, to fund preventative maintenance for passenger-only ferry (POF) terminals throughout its service area in Washington. The formula grant, which obligates federal funds through September 28, 2026, supports cost-effective preservation and extension of ferry service assets during the two-year period from July 1, 2024, through...

The Department of Transportation Maritime Administration awarded Ice Floe, LLC $1,234,408 under the Assistance to Small Shipyards federal grant program (CFDA 20.814) to install a one-sided welder with material handling conveyor system and transitional magnetic bed. The project deliverables directly support the program's goal of facilitating efficiency, cost effectiveness and quality in domestic ship construction. Ice Floe, LLC will perform the work through its division, Nichols Brother Boat...

Federal Formula Grant Award Summary The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) received a $4.57 million Formula Grant award from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) under the Federal Transit Formula Grants program (CFDA 20.507) on December 9, 2025. The grant funds system-wide preventive maintenance activities for Washington State Ferries (WSF) fleet vessels and associated equipment during the WSDOT 2025-27 biennium (July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2027). Maintenance...

This $4,800,000 Federal Transit Formula Grants (CFDA 20.507) award from the Federal Transit Administration is to refurbish passenger spaces on up to six vessels in the Washington State Ferries (WSF) fleet. Key activities to be performed include preservation and improvement of passenger space interiors, signage, bulkheads, restrooms, terrazzo, and lighting. The expected outcomes are to enhance the passenger experience and comfort levels aboard the WSF vessels. The award was made on September...

This $2,250,000 Federal Transit Formula Grant (CFDA 20.507) awarded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) on September 9, 2024 will fund preliminary engineering design and National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review for the redevelopment of the Southworth Ferry Terminal. The key activities include supporting the safety and operation of the terminal facility through preservation of existing infrastructure, electrification improvements, and increasing throughput capacity by...

This federal Project Grant award of $14,918,651.00 from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration (CFDA 20.205 - Highway Planning and Construction) supports the operating and preventative maintenance costs for the Washington State Ferries (WSF) ferry vessels and ferry terminal facilities. The grant funding will cover essential operational and maintenance activities for WSF's transportation infrastructure, including its ferry fleet and terminal facilities. This...