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Visión general de fondos del DOT y financiamiento

¿Qué dinero está disponible?

La inversión federal proviene de varias fuentes. El Congreso asigna fondos a USDOT y autoriza programas de transporte basados en prioridades nacionales.

DOT y sus Administraciones Operativas proporcionan fondos para que estos programas inviertan en...

Solicitud de subvenciones del USDOT

Recursos para la solicitud de subvenciones

Los siguientes recursos proporcionan información general sobre cómo solicitar subvenciones federales y comprender algunos de los requisitos clave.

Visión general de fondos del DOT y financiamiento

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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...

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...

How to Navigate Grants.gov to Submit Applications

All Federal grant opportunities must be posted through Grants.gov. There, you can find all currently open opportunities from USDOT. In order to apply for a grant through Grants.gov, you must register. It is highly recommended that applicants start the registration process as early as possible.

Understanding Non-Federal Match Requirements

Most DOT grant programs involve sharing project costs. Matching or “cost sharing” means that a portion of the project’s cost is not paid by Federal funds. Numerous DOT funding opportunities provide flexibility in cost sharing requirements for rural, Tribal, and disadvantaged communities. Learn more...
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