# FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program

Source: https://welltoldgrants.com/grants/fta-2026-007-tpm-ferrypilot-fy-2026-competitive-funding-opportunity-electric-or-low/  
Official notice: https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361745

> DOT - Federal Transit Administration offered grants to state and local governments and tribes. It expected to make about 5 awards worth $98.0 million in total. Applications closed on May 11, 2026.

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Opportunity number | FTA-2026-007-TPM-FERRYPILOT |
| Agency | DOT - Federal Transit Administration |
| Status | Forecast |
| Deadline | May 11, 2026 |
| Award ceiling | not stated |
| Award floor | not stated |
| Expected awards | 5 |
| Total funding | $98.0 million |
| Cost sharing | required |
| Assistance Listings | 20.538 |

## Who can apply

- State governments
- County governments
- City or township governments
- Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized)
- Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)

Any eligible recipient of 49 U.S.C. 5307 funding, States and federally recognized Tribes that operate a public ferry system in an urbanized area. Any eligible recipient of 49 U.S.C. 5311 funding, States and federally recognized Tribes that operate a public ferry system in a rural area.

## What the grant funds

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $98 million in competitive grants for the Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program. Eligible activities include capital projects to purchase electric or low-emitting ferry vessels and related infrastructure.

## Questions people ask

### Is FTA-2026-007-TPM-FERRYPILOT still open?

No. It closed on May 11, 2026.

### Who can apply for FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program?

DOT - Federal Transit Administration accepted applications from state and local governments and tribes. The notice adds further conditions, so read its eligibility section.

### What is the deadline for FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: Electric or Low-Emitting Ferry Pilot Program?

Closed May 11, 2026. Applications are no longer accepted; the program's newer notices are on this page when there are any.

### How much funding is available?

About $98.0 million in total across about 5 awards.