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

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The Federal Transit Administration is inviting applications for competitive funding up to $10 million under the FY2026 Bus Safety, Accessibility, and Innovation Research Program, authorized under 49 U.S.C. 5312. This funding opportunity, identified by Assistance Listing Number 20.530 and solicitation number FTA-2026-004-TRI, aims to support up to two selected projects that develop and prototype innovative, scalable solutions to enhance bus safety for operators and vulnerable road users while improving accessibility and overall passenger experience. Proposals must focus on technologies, designs, or operational strategies with broad applicability across public transit systems, emphasizing measurable improvements in safety and inclusivity for all riders. Applications are due by September 28, 2026, with the notice posted on July 29, 2026. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration, and inquiries should be directed to Johnita S Glover, Transportation Program Analyst, at the provided contact information. Projects must demonstrate clear potential for widespread deployment and alignment with federal public transportation mandates. No set-aside categories are specified, and performance locations are not limited to a specific geographic area. Applicants are encouraged to review the full solicitation through the Grants.gov portal for detailed compliance and submission requirements.

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$10 million available for innovative bus safety, accessibility, and innovation projects due September 28, 2026.

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Department Of Transportation → DOT - Federal Transit AdministrationView Agency

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541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)View NAICS

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AgencyDepartment Of Transportation → DOT - Federal Transit Administration
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Department Of Transportation → DOT - Federal Transit Administration
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Johnita S GloverTransportation Program Analyst

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The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for competitive awards totaling up to $10 million in Public Transportation Innovation Program (49 U.S.C. 5312) funds for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Bus Safety, Accessibility, and Innovation Research Program under Assistance Listing Number 20.530. As required by Federal public transportation law, funds will be awarded competitively to up to two projects to develop and prototype innovative and widely deployable concepts that are intended to make existing and new buses safer for their operators and vulnerable road users, and safer and more accessible for their passengers. 

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