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Large capital grant

We distribute funding to rural and small urban transit providers for certain large capital items that deliver and improve modern transit services. We provide funding for revenue vehicles, facilities, and technology through other grants.

How it works

  • You identify a need for one or more large capital items through a planning, performance evaluation, or some other process.
  • Login into BlackCat, go to the application tab, and open an application for the year you need funds (CY 2026 or 2027).
  • You then have access to all resource documents including BlackCat guidance on where to upload required documents.
  • Then you submit your application documents in BlackCat

Eligibility

Any Greater Minnesota Rural or Small Urban transit agency currently receiving operating assistance from MnDOT.

Application period

This solicitation is now closed.