Electric Bus Charging and Maintenance Facility

current projects

Marin Transit’s biggest need is for a centralized fixed route facility for maintenance, parking, and charging of zero-emission buses. This facility will support continued investment in electric buses, improve operational efficiency, increase competition for contracted service, and reduce long term risk.Marin Transit has successfully acquired three small sites that provide bus parking, paratransit maintenance, and paratransit parking. However, these do not provide sufficient space to accommodate the full bus fleet nor to maintain fixed route vehicles or install sufficient electric bus charging to fulfill state mandates and Marin County’s sustainability goals.Currently, Marin Transit operates fixed route, paratransit, and mobility management services under contracts with two providers. Marin Transit relies on these contractors for maintenance and storage facilities. This reliance undermines our ability to competitively attract a range of contractors.Project Status:Marin Transit received a $31.5 million Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grant in 2023. The grant provides funding towards the $44.5 million project and an investment of $2.2 million in workforce development. In November 2024, Marin Transit purchased a 3.5 acre site at 1075 East Francisco Boulevard in San Rafael. The District is also developing an outreach plan for the project and the workforce development component.https://www.marinij.com/2024/08/05/marin-transit-approves-14m-purchase-agreement-for-san-rafael-lot/Interested parties for contracting opportunities related to the project are encouraged to check the procurement page (Procurement) and register as a vendor.Fact Sheet