The USDOT Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced the availability of $316 million for the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) to support and modernize passenger ferry service in rural and urban communities across the country.
Three Ferry Grant Programs are included in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO):
• The Passenger Ferry Grant Program supports capital projects to buy, replace, or modernize passenger ferries, terminals, and related equipment. For Fiscal Year (FY) 2024, $51 million is available.
• The Electric or Low Emitting Ferry Program provides federal support to transit agencies to buy ferry vessels that reduce emissions by using alternative fuels or on-board energy storage systems. For FY 2024, $49 million is available.
• The Ferry Service for Rural Communities Grant Program is a competitive grant program created by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to ensure essential ferry service in rural communities. The program provides capital, planning, and operating assistance to support or expand ferry services in rural areas. For FY 2024, $216 million is available.
Instructions for applying and eligibility information can be found on the FTA website and in GRANTS.GOV for Passenger Ferry, Electric or Low Emitting Ferry and Ferry Service for Rural Communities. Complete proposals must be submitted electronically through GRANTS.GOV by June 17, 2024.
May 2, 2024 at 11:30 am PT
FTA Ferry Programs Webinar
The FTA will host a free webinar that discusses the requirements for funding, application eligibility and criteria, and the submission process. Participants learn more about the Passenger Ferry, Electric or Low Emitting, and Ferry Service for Rural Communities programs, and how to apply. If alternative formats, options, or services are needed please contact FTA Ferry Program.
Access the webinar via Zoom link
Use Passcode: 638376
Contact the Federal Transit Administration for additional assistance.