Section 5339 (Bus & Bus Facilities Programs)
Forecasted
Section 5339 (Bus & Bus Facilities Programs) funds capital projects to modernize Tennessee’s public transit fleets and facilities, administered by the Tennessee Department of Transportation.
Funder: Tennessee Department of Transportation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Funding varies by allocation; typical awards cover 80% federal, 10% state, 10% local match for capital projects.
Summary: Supports capital investments for bus replacement, rehabilitation, equipment, and facilities to enhance public transit fleets and infrastructure in Tennessee.
Key Information: This is a forecasted opportunity—dates and details are subject to change.
Description
The Section 5339 (Bus & Bus Facilities Programs) provides federal capital funding to support the replacement, rehabilitation, and purchase of buses and related equipment, as well as the construction of bus-related facilities across Tennessee. Administered by the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT), this program aims to maintain and improve public transit services by ensuring that transit agencies and eligible direct recipients have access to up-to-date vehicles and infrastructure. The program is managed through TDOT’s Office of Grants Administration, which oversees the entire grant lifecycle and provides guidance to ensure compliance with federal and state requirements.
