Description
The Transit Tech Lab Partnership Program (PON 6195) provides NYSERDA funding to technology companies that were selected as finalists in the 2026 MTA Transit Tech Lab (TTL) and completed the proof‑of‑concept phase. Eligible firms must demonstrate innovative, commercially‑available public‑transport technologies that can reduce greenhouse‑gas emissions, lower operating or capital costs, and be transferable across New York State transit agencies. Funding is limited to a maximum of $100,000 per project, with a required 50 % cost‑share from non‑NYSERDA sources, and projects must be started within four months of the proposal deadline and completed within twelve months.
• Target participants: 2026 TTL finalists who completed an 8‑week proof‑of‑concept with a NY transit agency.
• Funding ceiling: up to $500,000 total; $100,000 maximum per award; ≥ 50 % cost‑share required.
• Deliverables: Statement of Work, detailed budget (Attachment B), TTL application & POC results (Attachment C), proof of finalist selection (Attachment D), and final report per NYSERDA’s reporting guidelines.
• Timeline: Proposal due November 12, 2026; award notification 4‑6 weeks later; project start ≤ 4 months after deadline; project duration ≤ 12 months.
• Compliance: Must meet NY State Finance Law §§ 139‑j/k, Executive Order 16 (Russia sanctions), accessibility standards, and provide required certifications (conflict‑of‑interest, IRAN divestment, tax‑law).