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Technical Assistance and Workforce Development
Federal · FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION · #20.531
This program aims to strengthen public transportation systems nationwide by providing technical assistance, developing industry standards, and supporting workforce training. The goal is to help transit agencies improve service delivery, operate safely and efficiently, meet federal requirements under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53, and ensure that workers have the skills needed for modern transit operations. Funding supports activities such as developing best practices for system safety and security, training and certification programs for frontline workers, assistance with compliance requirements includ
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This program aims to strengthen public transportation systems nationwide by providing technical assistance, developing industry standards, and supporting workforce training. The goal is to help transit agencies improve service delivery, operate safely and efficiently, meet federal requirements under 49 U.S.C. Chapter 53, and ensure that workers have the skills needed for modern transit operations. Funding supports activities such as developing best practices for system safety and security, training and certification programs for frontline workers, assistance with compliance requirements including ADA and Buy America, research on workforce needs, and support for the National Transit Institute to deliver training for public transportation professionals. Through these efforts, the program helps agencies maintain reliable operations, adopt new practices, strengthen their workforce, and enhance mobility for the public.
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Source: SAM.gov Assistance Listings ↗ · 2026
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