WA-2022-011
Project Grant
Overview
Grant Description
This application includes $6,380,100 in FY 2021 Section 5339(c) Low-No Competitive Funding (Discretionary ID #D2021-LWNO-050) for the purchase of approximately ten (10) 40-ft fixed route battery electric buses to replace diesel buses that have reached their useful life. The project is part of an ongoing fleet replacement strategy that will reduce diesel emissions and improve air quality for Spokane residents.
Purpose:
The purpose of this project is to purchase approximately ten (10) new battery electric buses, which will replace diesel buses that have exceeded the minimum useful life. This purchase supports the STA Board's long-term fleet transition plan, adopted in December 2014 by resolution.
Activities to be performed:
The activities to be performed include the purchase and delivery of approximately ten (10) new battery electric buses. These buses will operate on five fixed routes (202, 227, 28, 33) serving urban areas within the city of Spokane, north of I-90.
Expected outcomes:
Funding for this project will permit Spokane Transit to provide significant benefits to environmental justice populations in the proposed service area by offering a cleaner transportation alternative.
Intended beneficiaries:
The battery electric buses sought for in this grant will primarily serve some of the most vulnerable populations in Spokane. Based on 2017 American Community Survey data, 21% of residents live in poverty, with 48% of residents at 200% of the poverty level. Additionally, 20% of the residents are non-white, and 17% of residents live with a disability. The introduction of zero-emission buses will improve access and mobility for these vulnerable populations in Spokane.
Subrecipient activities:
N/A
Purpose:
The purpose of this project is to purchase approximately ten (10) new battery electric buses, which will replace diesel buses that have exceeded the minimum useful life. This purchase supports the STA Board's long-term fleet transition plan, adopted in December 2014 by resolution.
Activities to be performed:
The activities to be performed include the purchase and delivery of approximately ten (10) new battery electric buses. These buses will operate on five fixed routes (202, 227, 28, 33) serving urban areas within the city of Spokane, north of I-90.
Expected outcomes:
Funding for this project will permit Spokane Transit to provide significant benefits to environmental justice populations in the proposed service area by offering a cleaner transportation alternative.
Intended beneficiaries:
The battery electric buses sought for in this grant will primarily serve some of the most vulnerable populations in Spokane. Based on 2017 American Community Survey data, 21% of residents live in poverty, with 48% of residents at 200% of the poverty level. Additionally, 20% of the residents are non-white, and 17% of residents live with a disability. The introduction of zero-emission buses will improve access and mobility for these vulnerable populations in Spokane.
Subrecipient activities:
N/A
Funding Goals
NOT APPLICABLE
Grant Program (CFDA)
Awarding Agency
Funding Agency
Place of Performance
Washington
United States
Geographic Scope
State-Wide
Related Opportunity
NOT APPLICABLE
Analysis Notes
Amendment Since initial award the End Date has been extended from 08/01/23 to 12/17/25.
Spokane Public Transportation Benefit Ar was awarded
Spokane Electric Bus Purchase for Cleaner Transportation
Project Grant WA-2022-011
worth $6,380,100
from the FTA Office of Budget and Policy in February 2022 with work to be completed primarily in Washington United States.
The grant
has a duration of 3 years 10 months and
was awarded through assistance program 20.526 Buses and Bus Facilities Formula, Competitive, and Low or No Emissions Programs.
$5,434,900 (46.0%) of this Project Grant was funded by non-federal sources.
Status
(Complete)
Last Modified 1/5/26
Period of Performance
2/1/22
Start Date
12/17/25
End Date
Funding Split
$6.4M
Federal Obligation
$5.4M
Non-Federal Obligation
$11.8M
Total Obligated
Activity Timeline
Transaction History
Modifications to WA-2022-011
Additional Detail
Award ID FAIN
WA-2022-011
SAI Number
WA-2022-011-01-20.526
Award ID URI
SAI EXEMPT
Awardee Classifications
Other
Awarding Office
6905A5 REGION 10 DOT FTA
Funding Office
693JJ8 OFFICE OF BUDGET AND POLICY(TBP)
Awardee UEI
QV32KQAKHCE3
Awardee CAGE
47AP1
Performance District
WA-05
Senators
Maria Cantwell
Patty Murray
Patty Murray
Budget Funding
| Federal Account | Budget Subfunction | Object Class | Total | Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transit Infrastructure Grants, Federal Transit Administration, Transportation (069-2812) | Ground transportation | Grants, subsidies, and contributions (41.0) | $6,380,100 | 100% |
Modified: 1/5/26