Applying to SMART

Grant Eligibility 

SMART is a two-stage program. Stage 1(up to $2,000,000 dollars and 18 months) grants are open for any eligible entity to apply. Only recipients of Stage 1 grants are eligible to apply for Stage 2. 

Who is Eligible to Apply to Stage 1?

• a State; 
• a political subdivision of a State; 
• a Tribal government; 
• a public transit agency or authority; 
• a public toll authority; 
• a metropolitan planning organization; and 
• a group of 2 or more eligible entities detailed above, applying through a single lead applicant.

Have more questions about whether you are eligible? See the Frequently Asked Questions for more examples and details. 

The final SMART Stage 1 opportunity for funding has passed, and SMART will not be issuing additional Stage 1 NOFOs. 

Who is Eligible to Apply to Stage 2?

• Recipients of Stage 1 grants.
• A eligible entity that is designated by a Stage 1 grant recipient. To learn more, see Applying to Stage 2.