Open FTA-2026-001-TPM-ASAP CFDA 20.533 Discretionary

FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: All Stations Accessibility Program

Posted by DOT - Federal Transit Administration

Opportunity snapshot. This Grants.gov announcement — FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: All Stations Accessibility Program — is cataloged under number FTA-2026-001-TPM-ASAP and tied to CFDA assistance listing 20.533, posted by DOT - Federal Transit Administration. Grants.gov currently shows the opportunity as open, first posted on March 2, 2026. The funding category is Discretionary, delivered as a grant.

Award economics. The award range on file is Varies by applicant. The agency has projected $686.0 million in total estimated funding for this announcement. It expects to issue 20 awards. If the agency funds the expected 20 awards from the $686.0 million estimated pool, the average award works out to roughly $34.3 million. Cost sharing or matching funds are required, meaning applicants must contribute a portion of the project budget from non-federal sources — factor this into your financial plan before drafting the proposal. Federal award ranges are often upper bounds; actual allocations reflect program appropriations, the strength of the applicant pool, and the evaluation committee's scoring.

Deadline and action path. Applications close on May 1, 2026. Every Grants.gov submission requires an active SAM.gov registration and a Unique Entity ID. Review the Eligibility section below carefully — federal eligibility categories (nonprofit, state or local government, tribal, individual, educational institution, small business) have distinct registration and reporting requirements. Pre-application outreach to the listed agency contact is permitted and often welcomed — it helps clarify scope and scoring priorities.

Award Range

Varies by applicant

Close Date

May 1, 2026

Posted

March 2, 2026

Est. Total Funding

$686,000,000

Expected Awards

20

Instrument

Grant

Cost Sharing

Required

Description

The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $686 million in competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP) under Assistance Listing Number 20.533. This is an initial announcement for the FY 2025 and FY 2026 rounds of this program. As required by Federal public transportation law, funds will be awarded competitively for any purpose eligible under Division J of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Pub. L. 117-58) for capital and planning projects to upgrade the accessibility of legacy rail fixed guideway public transportation systems for people with disabilities.

Eligibility

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Agency Contact

Thomas Wilson <br/>FTA Office of Program Management <br/>Thomas.Wilson@dot.gov

Key Dates

Posted March 2, 2026
Close Date May 1, 2026
Archive Date May 31, 2026
Last Updated March 2, 2026

Frequently Asked Questions

What is this grant opportunity?
This is a federal funding opportunity titled "FY 2026 Competitive Funding Opportunity: All Stations Accessibility Program", offered by DOT - Federal Transit Administration. It is associated with CFDA program 20.533. The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announces the opportunity to apply for $686 million in competitive grants for the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP) under Assista...
Is this opportunity still open?
Yes, this opportunity is currently open for applications. The closing date is May 1, 2026.
How much funding is available?
The award range for this opportunity is Varies by applicant. Total estimated funding: $686,000,000. Expected number of awards: 20.
How do I apply?
Applications for federal grant opportunities are typically submitted through Grants.gov. Visit the official listing at grants.gov for application instructions, required documents, and submission deadlines.

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from Grants.gov and SAM.gov and is for informational purposes only. Opportunity details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements change frequently. Always verify current information directly on Grants.gov before applying. PlainGrants is not affiliated with any federal agency.

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