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Zero-Emission School Buses
Incentive amounts intend to cover nearly, if not all, the full cost of a new zero-emission school bus.
Maximum Zero-Emission School Bus Incentive Amounts
| School Bus Type | Baseline Vehicle Incentive | School Bus Incentive Increase* | Wheelchair Lift Incentive | Total Maximum |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type A | $280,000 | $40,000* | $15,000 | $335,000 |
| Type C | $340,000 | $40,000* | $15,000 | $395,000 |
| Type D | $360,000 | $40,000* | $15,000 | $415,000 |
*All school buses are eligible for a $40,000 School Bus Incentive Increase, which does not contribute to the calculation of Maximum School Transportation Program Incentives.
Infrastructure
For ZESBI’s second solicitation, local educational agencies are required to request at least one charger for each new zero-emission vehicle requested. For ZESBI’s first solicitation, local educational agencies can receive up to one ZESBI-funded charger for each ZESBI-funded bus awarded. Incentive amounts intend to cover nearly, if not all, the full cost of a new charger for a zero-emission school bus.
Maximum Infrastructure Incentive Amounts
| Charger Type | Maximum Infrastructure Amount |
|---|---|
| Level 2 (L2) | $20,000 |
| Direct Current Fast Charger (DCFC) or Bidirectional DCFC* | $75,000 |
An Incentive Recipient will be eligible for up to $95,000 for the first bidirectional DCFC requested. All remaining bidirectional DCFC requested after the first bidirectional DCFC will be eligible for up to $75,000 each.
Example: If an applicant requests three zero-emission school buses and three bidirectional DCFC ($95,000 + $75,000 x 2), the applicant would be eligible for a maximum infrastructure award amount of $245,000.
School Transportation Program Incentives
At least 90 percent of the total grant award is to be spent on zero-emission school buses, supporting charging infrastructure and associated costs. Up to 10 percent of the grant award can be spent on the Incentive Recipient’s school transportation program.
The following example illustrates how incentives may be applied in line with program requirements:
To learn more about what expenses are eligible for reimbursement, visit the School Transportation Program section on the Eligible Costs page.
*All school buses are eligible for a $40,000 School Bus Incentive Increase, which does not contribute to the calculation of Maximum School Transportation Program Incentives. Please note that the School Bus Incentive Increase is not yet reflected in the calculator tool.