Opportunity
Federal Register #FTA2026004TRI
FTA FY 2026 Bus Safety, Accessibility, and Innovation Research Program Funding Opportunity
Buyer
Federal Transit Administration
Posted
July 29, 2026
Respond By
September 29, 2026
Identifier
FTA2026004TRI
NAICS
541720
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA), under the Department of Transportation, is announcing a competitive funding opportunity for the FY 2026 Bus Safety, Accessibility, and Innovation Research Program. - Government Buyer: - Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Department of Transportation - Funding Details: - $10 million available for research projects - Focus on improving bus safety, accessibility, and innovation - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in this notice - Products/Services Requested: - Research initiatives and projects (no specific products, part numbers, or quantities listed) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Proposals must be submitted electronically via GRANTS.GOV - Emphasis on innovative approaches to transit safety and accessibility - Open to a wide range of research proposals; not limited to specific technologies or solutions
Description
The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces a competitive funding opportunity for the Fiscal Year 2026 Bus Safety, Accessibility, and Innovation Research Program. The program offers $10 million in funds to support research initiatives aimed at improving bus safety, accessibility, and innovation. Proposals must be submitted electronically through GRANTS.GOV by September 28, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time. This opportunity is intended to advance transit safety and accessibility through innovative research projects.