Opportunity Information: Apply for FTA 2012 009 TPM OTRB
Apply for FTA 2012 009 TPM OTRB
- The DOT/Federal Transit Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Capital and Training Assistance for Over the Road Bus Accessibility Program" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.518 Capital and Training Assistance Program for Over the Road Bus Accessibility.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 4, 2012 and posted on May 9, 2012.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 7, 2012. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $8,800,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $100,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 100 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Private operators of over the road buses that provide intercity fixed route bus service, and other providers, including operators of local fixed route service, commuter service, and charter or tour service.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Capital and Training Assistance for Over the Road Bus Accessibility Program (OTRB) is a discretionary, competitively awarded federal grant program run by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). For Fiscal Year 2012, the FTA announced funding to help private over-the-road bus operators cover the added (incremental) costs of meeting the U.S. DOT accessibility requirements for over-the-road buses. The program was originally authorized under Section 3038 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) and is structured as a national solicitation, meaning proposals are invited nationwide and awards are made based on a competitive selection process rather than by formula.
The central purpose of the opportunity is to reduce the financial burden associated with making over-the-road bus service accessible, particularly for passengers with disabilities. Grant funds can be used for incremental capital expenses and for training costs tied directly to compliance with DOTs over-the-road bus accessibility regulation. In practical terms, this can include the additional cost of accessibility-related equipment or modifications and the cost of training staff so they can properly operate accessibility features and provide appropriate assistance in accessible service delivery. The program is designed to support compliance rather than general fleet upgrades, so the emphasis is on the added cost attributable to accessibility requirements.
Eligible applicants are private operators of over-the-road buses. This includes companies that provide intercity fixed-route bus service as well as other over-the-road bus providers, such as operators offering local fixed-route service, commuter service, and charter or tour service. The program specifically targets private-sector operators (rather than public transit agencies), reflecting the intent to help private bus companies meet federal accessibility obligations where the incremental costs might otherwise be a barrier.
From a funding standpoint, the FY 2012 notice estimated total available funding at $8.8 million, with an expectation of up to about 100 awards. Individual awards were anticipated to range from a floor of $20,000 to a ceiling of $100,000. Cost sharing is required, and the program can cover up to 90 percent of the total project cost, meaning applicants generally need to provide the remaining share (up to 10 percent) from non-federal sources. The funding instrument is a grant, and the activity category is transportation. The associated CFDA number is 20.518 (Capital and Training Assistance Program for Over the Road Bus Accessibility).
Key dates in the posted opportunity include a posted date of May 9, 2012, and an application closing date of June 7, 2012 (with the same date listed as both the original and current closing date). The opportunity was later archived on July 7, 2012. The Funding Opportunity Number is FTA-2012-009-TPM-OTRB, and the awarding agency is DOT/FTA.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the notice provided a point of contact: Elan Flippin, Office of Program Management, at (202) 366-2053. The announcement also referenced FTA Notices of Funding Availability as the place to find additional information and official posting materials.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Capital and Training Assistance for Over the Road Bus Accessibility Program (OTRB) - FY 2012
What is the OTRB program?
The Capital and Training Assistance for Over the Road Bus Accessibility Program (OTRB) is a discretionary, competitively awarded federal grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA). For Fiscal Year (FY) 2012, the program offered funding to help private over-the-road bus operators cover the added (incremental) costs of meeting DOT accessibility requirements for over-the-road buses.
What is the main purpose of this grant opportunity?
The central purpose is to reduce the financial burden associated with making over-the-road bus service accessible, particularly for passengers with disabilities. The funding is intended to support compliance with DOT over-the-road bus accessibility regulations by paying for incremental capital expenses and training costs tied directly to accessibility requirements.
Is this funding formula-based or competitive?
This opportunity is competitive. It is structured as a national solicitation, meaning proposals are invited nationwide and awards are made through a competitive selection process rather than by formula distribution.
Who runs and awards this grant?
The awarding agency is the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) through the Federal Transit Administration (FTA).
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants are private operators of over-the-road buses. This includes companies that provide intercity fixed-route bus service and other private over-the-road bus providers, such as operators offering local fixed-route service, commuter service, and charter or tour service.
Are public transit agencies eligible for this program?
Based on the opportunity description, the program specifically targets private-sector over-the-road bus operators rather than public transit agencies.
What types of costs can grant funds be used for?
Grant funds can be used for:
- Incremental capital expenses related to meeting DOT accessibility requirements for over-the-road buses (for example, the additional cost of accessibility-related equipment or modifications).
- Training costs tied directly to compliance, including training staff to properly operate accessibility features and provide appropriate assistance in accessible service delivery.
What does "incremental" cost mean in this program?
"Incremental" refers to the added cost attributable specifically to accessibility requirements. The program emphasizes covering the additional cost of making service accessible, rather than paying for general fleet upgrades unrelated to accessibility compliance.
Can this grant be used for general fleet upgrades?
The emphasis is on compliance with accessibility requirements rather than general fleet upgrades. Funds are intended for the added (incremental) costs attributable to accessibility requirements and for training directly tied to compliance.
How much funding was available for FY 2012?
The FY 2012 notice estimated total available funding at $8.8 million.
How many awards were expected?
The notice indicated an expectation of up to about 100 awards.
What was the anticipated award size?
Individual awards were anticipated to range from $20,000 (minimum) to $100,000 (maximum).
Is cost sharing required?
Yes. Cost sharing is required. The program can cover up to 90 percent of the total project cost, meaning the applicant typically needs to provide the remaining share (up to 10 percent) from non-federal sources.
What is the maximum federal share of a project under this program?
The federal share can be up to 90 percent of the total project cost.
What kind of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the activity category for this opportunity?
The activity category is transportation.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The associated CFDA number is 20.518 (Capital and Training Assistance Program for Over the Road Bus Accessibility).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FTA-2012-009-TPM-OTRB.
When was the opportunity posted?
The posted date listed for the opportunity is May 9, 2012.
What was the application deadline?
The application closing date was June 7, 2012. The same date was listed as both the original and current closing date.
Was this opportunity archived?
Yes. The opportunity was later archived on July 7, 2012.
Where could applicants find additional official details?
The announcement referenced FTA Notices of Funding Availability as the place to find additional information and official posting materials.
Who was the point of contact for assistance?
The notice provided the following point of contact for help accessing the full announcement: Elan Flippin, Office of Program Management, at (202) 366-2053.
What law originally authorized the OTRB program?
The program was originally authorized under Section 3038 of the Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21).
Is this a nationwide opportunity?
Yes. It is described as a national solicitation, meaning proposals were invited nationwide.
What accessibility focus does this program support?
The program focuses on helping private over-the-road bus operators meet U.S. DOT accessibility requirements for over-the-road buses, including funding for accessibility-related equipment/modifications and training needed to properly deliver accessible service.
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