NOFA800 - FTA Section 5310 FY2028-FY2029

The Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) is issuing a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Section 5310 program for FY 2028‑FY 2029. The program provides funding to improve mobility for seniors and persons with disabilities across the 11‑county Atlanta UZA. Eligible activities include both traditional capital projects and non‑traditional transportation services that go beyond standard ADA paratransit, such as demand‑response rides, fixed‑route shuttles, and other innovative mobility solutions. Applicants must register on the ARC site and submit a combined proposal package by the deadline. An optional pre‑proposal conference is offered via Microsoft Teams on Oct 06, 2026. • Target population: seniors (65+) and individuals with disabilities throughout metro Atlanta. • Funding scope: transportation services (demand‑response and fixed‑route), related consulting, ITS software, and senior aide programs. • Required deliverables: detailed service plan, financial workbook, cost methodology, and compliance with ADA and federal background‑check requirements. • Submission: single combined PDF/Word package via the ARC procurement portal by Nov 09, 2026. • Project period: FY 2028‑FY 2029 (approximately 2 years).