Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District
Santa Cruz, CA
- UEI
- KYJGYH3LT5U9
- CAGE
- 4BZR6
- Primary NAICS
- Not on record
- SAM.gov registration
- Active through
Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- U.S. Government Entity
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 110 Vernon St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
- Website
- scmtd.com
- Founded
- 1968
- Employees
- 51-250
- Estimated annual revenue
- $10M-$50M
- Industry
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- Industrials
- Transportation
- Road & Rail
- Ground Transportation
- SIC code
- 41 Local & Interurban Passenger Transit
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Recent federal awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application purpose: to provide operating assistance funding to santa cruz metro for the purpose of providing… | Federal Transit Administration | $24,356,984 | |
| Application purpose: the santa cruz metropolitan transit district (metro) is pooling funding from its FFY22 FFY23 and… | Federal Transit Administration | $2,140,886 | |
| Application purpose: the santa cruz metropolitan transit district (metro) will pool funding from its FFY22 and FFY23… | Federal Transit Administration | $24,072,000 | |
| Application purpose: to provide operating assistance funding to santa cruz metro for the purpose of providing… | Federal Transit Administration | $92,726,632 | |
| Application purpose: this application is to request FY2021 section 5339 funds apportioned to the santa cruz and… | Federal Transit Administration | $524,355 |
About Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District
Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (METRO) is a U.S. local government transit authority providing public transportation services in Santa Cruz County, California. Registered in SAM.gov since 2006, METRO operates fixed-route bus services, paratransit services, and a Highway 17 commuter route, serving communities in the Santa Cruz and Watsonville urbanized areas. The transit district primarily provides public transit infrastructure and transportation services, engaging with federal agencies to secure funding for operational expenses, fleet modernization, and capital improvements that support regional transportation needs.
Through federal grant awards, primarily from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), METRO has consistently secured funding across multiple grant programs including Section 5307 Urbanized Area Formula Grants, Section 5339 Buses and Bus Facilities Grants, and specialized zero-emission vehicle transition grants. Recent awards have focused on critical infrastructure improvements such as purchasing fuel cell electric buses, constructing hydrogen fueling stations, installing automated passenger counter systems, and supporting operating expenses during the COVID-19 pandemic. The district has received substantial grant funding ranging from operating assistance grants of $46.3 million to targeted capital improvement grants like a $24 million project grant for replacing diesel buses with hydrogen fuel cell electric buses. METRO has also received sub-awards from the California Department of Transportation for operating assistance, demonstrating a collaborative approach to regional transit development. The grants consistently emphasize goals of reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving transit efficiency, and expanding transportation options for disadvantaged communities.
Quick answers
What is Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's UEI?
Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is KYJGYH3LT5U9.
What is Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's CAGE code?
Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's CAGE code is 4BZR6.
Where is Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District located?
Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's physical address in SAM.gov is 110 Vernon St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA.
Is Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's SAM.gov registration is active through June 10, 2027.
What is Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's most recent federal award?
Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District's most recent federal grant award is Application purpose: to provide operating assistance funding to santa cruz metro for the purpose of providing… (CA2025246), from Federal Transit Administration, on July 20, 2026.
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