For detailed information and guidelines for public transportation and commuter service grants, see our Public Transportation and commuter services Funding Overview. Funding is available in several categories for public transit, human services transportation, transportation demand management and commuter services.

To apply for a grant, visit our On-Line Grants Administration System (OLGA).

Timeline for Public Transportation and Commuter Services Grants

The following is a timeline generally followed by DRPT for state and federal public transportation and commuter services grants.

Early December
DRPT announces the opening of the annual applications period.

Around February 1
Applications are due for all state aid programs and FTA Section 5310 and 5311 programs.

March- April
DRPT evaluates applications and requests any additional information needed from applicants.

Late April
Applications are due for FTA Section 5303 funds.

April-May
DRPT completes evaluation of applications and develops the public transportation and commuter services portion of the draft Six-Year Improvement Plan.

June
Commonwealth Transportation Board adopts the Six-Year Improvement Plan. DRPT notifies applicants of approved grants and funding levels.

July 1
Fiscal Year begins – contracts executed and payments initiated.