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Evaluation criteria give insight into what a grant program is looking for when making a decision to award funds. Clear and specific evaluation criteria are provided to help applicants understand if their project would be a good fit for a particular grant program and assist program managers in...
All federal competitive grant opportunities must be posted through Grants.gov. Get tips and guidance on How to Navigate Grants.gov to Submit Applications.
Understanding Program NOFOsSearching for funding opportunities on Grants.gov will...
The following examples highlight how USDOT discretionary grants are being used to improve transportation infrastructure and expand access for rural communities across the country.
CRISI: Rail Improvement ProjectsFRA’s Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (...
The competitive grant funding process begins with Congressional legislation and concludes with the closeout of the awarded project.
The grant lifecycle is broken down into three stages:
Pre-Award Award Post-AwardUse the...
This section of the Grant Applicant Toolkit defines what a federal grant is.
The following linked sections also explain how a grant differs from several other common types of Federal Government funding and financing:
How Grants Differ from Other Federal Funding and...The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s mission is to reduce crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving vehicles used for commerce, including large trucks and buses. FMCSA supports programs and grants that improve commercial vehicle and driver safety, safety...
The Federal Railroad Administration monitors railroad compliance with federally mandated safety standards including track maintenance, inspection standards, and operating practices to enable the safe, reliable, and efficient movement of people and goods for a stronger...
The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) seeks to deliver a world-class system that advances safe, efficient, and sustainable mobility choices for all while strengthening the Nation’s economy.
Through financial and technical assistance to state, Tribal, and local...
The United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) is a multidisciplinary organization that conducts work in all modes of transportation, such as aviation, highway, rail, and transit, with the overarching goal of delivering an efficient and reliable transportation system.
Supporting...