First Transit wins contract for mobility operations, maintenance services for MARTA
May 27, 2021
Related To: First Transit
The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) has awarded a contract to First Transit for mobility operations and maintenance services, expanding the company’s partnerships in the Atlanta Metro region.
First Transit will be responsible for all aspects of dispatching, maintaining, and operating a 192-vehicle fleet supporting paratransit services.
Safe service for passengers started phasing in on April 25, with First Transit providing 100 percent contractual service level by May 16.
“We are proud to partner with MARTA, providing access to support the community getting to the grocery, jobs, errands and essential medical appointments,” said Tim McCann, senior vice president for First Transit. “The entire First Transit team is looking forward to delivering safe and reliable paratransit service to the citizens of Atlanta.
In the Atlanta Metro region, First Transit provides safe mobility solutions for Emory University, Kennesaw State University and Cobb County Transit.
