Fiscal Year 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Low or No Emission Program
The FTA is offering $589 million in grants for purchasing or leasing low- or zero-emission transit buses and related facilities, with proposals due by September 21, 2026.
Funder: DOT - Federal Transit Administration
Due Dates: September 21, 2026 (Complete proposals / full application submission deadline)
Funding Amounts: ~$589 million total available; no maximum award; typical awards vary widely; 50 expected awards
Summary: Supports purchase or lease of low- and zero-emission transit buses and related facilities to modernize public transportation.
Key Information: Cost sharing/matching required; electronic submission via Grants.gov only.
Description
This funding opportunity from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) provides approximately $589 million in competitive grants under the Low or No Emission Grant Program ("Low-No Program") for fiscal year 2026. The program supports the purchase or lease of low-emission and zero-emission transit buses, as well as the acquisition, construction, and leasing of required supporting facilities such as charging and maintenance infrastructure. The aim is to help transit agencies modernize fleets, reduce emissions, and increase access to jobs, healthcare, and other services through cleaner public transportation options. This opportunity is part of the broader Grants for Buses and Bus Facilities Infrastructure Programs.
