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Grants

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Highlights of Changes to the FY22 SS4A Notice of Funding Opportunity

The purpose of this amendment is to edit Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Number DOT-SS4A-FY22-01 to make technical modifications. Accordingly, the NOFO is hereby amended. Except as provided herein, all terms and conditions remain unchanged and are in full force and effect. If a section is...

Thriving Communities Program

Funded with $25 million through the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2022 and an additional $25 million through the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Thriving Communities Program aims to ensure that disadvantaged communities adversely or...

About the DOT Navigator

The DOT Navigator is a new resource to help communities understand the best ways to apply for grants, and to plan for and deliver transformative infrastructure projects and services. Whether it’s the first time you’re applying for a DOT grant or you’re looking for more technical details and...

Application Webinars

SMART Grants webinars provide information regarding the SMART Grants program and upcoming webinars.

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act Funding Opportunities

The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) makes historic investments in the transportation sector: improving public safety and climate resilience, creating jobs across the country, and delivering a more equitable future. For more information on specific grant funding opportunities, program...

Glossary of Common Transportation Acronyms

Acronym Definition ADA Americans with Disabilities Act BCA Benefit-Cost Analysis BIL Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (also referred to as Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act [IIJA]) DBE Disadvantaged Business...

What Is a Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA)?

Many DOT competitive grant programs require a benefit-cost analysis for projects seeking federal funding, particularly those involving construction. A benefit-cost analysis is a systematic process for identifying, quantifying, and comparing expected benefits and costs of an investment.

Is Federal Funding the Right Fit for My Organization?

Federal funding can play a critical role in ensuring that your community has the necessary resources to undertake critical transportation projects—in many states, Federal grant programs can provide foundational resources for the planning and execution of efforts ranging from public transit...

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