Public Transit Infrastructure Grant (PTIG)
Forecasted
The Public Transit Infrastructure Grant (PTIG) from the Iowa Department of Transportation funds construction and upgrades of transit facilities with a focus on vertical infrastructure improvements.
Funder: Iowa Department of Transportation
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (Annual application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to 80% of project costs; no single system may receive more than 40% of available funds per year
Summary: Supports Iowa public transit systems with funding for new construction, reconstruction, or remodeling projects that include a vertical infrastructure component.
Key Information: Applicants must provide at least 20% local match; projects must be substantially completed within 18 months of selection.
Description
The Public Transit Infrastructure Grant (PTIG) program, administered by the Iowa Department of Transportation, provides annual state funding to support the vertical infrastructure needs of Iowa’s public transit systems. The program targets projects involving new construction, reconstruction, or remodeling of transit facilities, as long as these projects include a significant vertical component. PTIG aims to enhance the physical facilities of transit agencies, with a focus on projects that can deliver substantial benefits to public transportation and be completed in a timely manner.
