New Flyer Secures Buy America-Compliant Order for Denver RTD Bus Project
New Flyer has received a Buy America-compliant order from Denver RTD, which supports U.S. manufacturing and the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit project in Denver.
Denver, CO, September 8, 2026 —
DENVER, CO – New Flyer of America Inc. has announced the receipt of a new order from the Denver Regional Transportation District (RTD) for its transit buses. The order is designated as Buy America-compliant, underscoring a commitment to domestic manufacturing and production standards.
This procurement is directly linked to the advancement of the East Colfax Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, a significant initiative aimed at enhancing public transportation services within Denver. The project intends to improve connectivity and transit efficiency along the East Colfax corridor.
The Buy America provision mandates that iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in transit projects funded by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) must be produced in the United States. Compliance with this regulation ensures that a significant portion of the project’s components and manufacturing processes are based domestically.
The order from Denver RTD supports U.S. manufacturing capabilities, contributing to the broader economic landscape by potentially creating or sustaining jobs within the American transit vehicle production sector. While the specific type and number of buses included in the order were not detailed in the announcement, the agreement signifies a step forward for both New Flyer and Denver’s public transit infrastructure development.
New Flyer, a subsidiary of NFI Group, is a manufacturer of transit buses in North America. Denver RTD operates a comprehensive public transportation system serving the Denver metropolitan area, encompassing buses, light rail, and commuter rail services.
Further details regarding the timeline for delivery and the specific deployment of these Buy America-compliant buses for the East Colfax BRT project are expected to be released as the initiative progresses.
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