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Public transportation safety, accessibility, and mobility research

FTA Broad Agency Announcement (FY26) -- “Research Initiatives in Support of Safety, Accessibility, and Mobility in Public Transportation, Solicitation 693195-26-BAA-0001, issued by Federal (District of Columbia offices).

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At a glance

The Federal Transit Administration is funding research projects to improve safety, accessibility, and mobility in public transportation systems nationwide. Eligible researchers and organizations can submit proposals by October 20, 2026, to address key challenges in transit operations and rider experience.

Key facts

Solicitation number
693195-26-BAA-0001
Portal id
9fac6a86bf4f4561bd8bd464284d6297
Type
Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted
Sep 4, 2026
Response deadline
Oct 19, 2026, 11:59 PM EDT
Place of performance
Washington, DC
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  • transportation research
  • public transit
  • safety
  • accessibility
  • mobility
  • federal funding

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Official description

This Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) from the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) solicits applied research projects to improve the safety, reliability, efficiency, and accessibility of public transportation in the United States. Purpose: To solicit innovative applied research that reduces deployment risks, improves safety, lowers costs, and facilitates domestic transit manufacturing. Eligibility: This is an unrestricted solicitation; any responsible source (excluding Federal Government-owned businesses) may submit a concept paper. Teaming and collaboration are encouraged. Funding: Individual awards typically range between $150,000 and $500,000, subject to fund availability. While cost sharing is not always mandatory, projects including transit operator partnerships and cost sharing are preferred. Technology Readiness: Projects should focus on technology readiness levels (TRL) 3 through 6, with a preference for proof-of-concept testing (TRL 3).

Solicitation #693195-26-BAA-0001. Issued by TRANSPORTATION, DEPARTMENT OF › FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION › 693195 OFFICE OF ACQUISITION MGT. NAICS 541715. Product/Service Code AS12.

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