What does DOT - Federal Transit Administration do?

The Federal Transit Administration focuses on the modernization, safety, and accessibility of public transportation systems. Its strategic priorities emphasize the development of zero-emission operations, the integration of advanced transit safety research and modeling, and the innovation of passenger boarding and fare collection systems. The agency is specifically invested in enhancing the design of bus operator compartments and improving visibility systems to increase overall transit safety and operational efficiency. Procurement patterns center on a blend of professional services and hardware acquisition. The agency frequently procures engineering services, environmental consulting, and administrative management support. These services are complemented by the acquisition of rolling stock, including buses and other motor vehicle transit systems, as well as the construction of commercial and institutional facilities and civil site work for transit infrastructure. The agency primarily targets vendors within the engineering services, building construction, and motor vehicle manufacturing sectors. Key NAICS categories include 541330 for engineering, 236220 for construction, and 485113 for transit systems. Recent activity indicates a reliance on subcontracts for specialized technical prototyping and research and development. The agency operates as a component of the Department of Transportation, managing a broad scope of transit-related infrastructure and technology projects. Its procurement structure utilizes a mix of solicitations for funding opportunities and subcontracts for technical support and system-level prototyping.

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You can find contracts from DOT - Federal Transit Administration on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

What contracts does DOT - Federal Transit Administration award?

DOT - Federal Transit Administration awards government contracts across various categories. Browse contract opportunities from this agency.

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DOT - Federal Transit Administration

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The Federal Transit Administration focuses on the modernization, safety, and accessibility of public transportation systems. Its strategic priorities emphasize the development of zero-emission operations, the integration of advanced transit safety research and modeling, and the innovation of passenger boarding and fare collection systems.

DOT - Federal Transit Administration is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. It currently has 5 open contract opportunities.

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Recent DOT - Federal Transit Administration Contracts

Transit Vehicle Component Manufacturing

Ergonomic Operator Compartment Design

Research & Data Analysis Services

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Development

FY26 Bus Safety, Accessibility, and Innovation Notice of Funding Opportunity

Fiscal Year 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Low or No Emission Program

Fiscal Year 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Buses and Bus Facilities Program

Transit Technology & Signaling

Transit Facility Construction

Transit Vehicle Procurement & Maintenance

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Leadership and vacancies

Recent DOT - Federal Transit Administration Contracts

Transit Vehicle Component Manufacturing

Ergonomic Operator Compartment Design

Research & Data Analysis Services

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Development

FY26 Bus Safety, Accessibility, and Innovation Notice of Funding Opportunity

Fiscal Year 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Low or No Emission Program

Fiscal Year 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Buses and Bus Facilities Program

Transit Technology & Signaling

Transit Facility Construction

Transit Vehicle Procurement & Maintenance

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