Enhanced Mobility for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities Program

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), through its Public Transportation Division, has released its biennial Coordinated Call for Projects to solicit applications for a range of public transportation funding opportunities across the state. This call invites proposals from eligible organizations for projects under four key Federal Transit Administration (FTA) programs: Planning Assistance (PLN), Rural Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP), Rural Discretionary (RD), and Intercity Bus (ICB). Issued on October 31, 2025, and closing on January 23, 2026, this competitive funding opportunity is designed to support innovative, coordinated, and efficient public transportation services throughout rural and small urban areas in Texas. The Coordinated Call for Projects supports projects aligned with the federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and Texas Transportation Code §461. Funding priorities reflect a commitment to enhancing transit service delivery, expanding access for underserved communities, and developing infrastructure to support long-term mobility needs. The scope of eligible projects spans planning studies, technical assistance, training programs, infrastructure development, intermodal facilities, vehicle acquisition, operations support, and marketing initiatives. Each program within the Coordinated Call serves specific needs—for example, PLN funds planning and coordination activities, RTAP supports rural training and technical assistance, RD targets rural capital improvements, and ICB sustains or expands intercity bus services. Eligibility is determined based on organizational type and program alignment, as outlined in the Matrix of Funding Choices. Eligible applicants include rural and urban transit districts, local governmental entities, private non-profit and for-profit organizations, and state agencies or universities. All applicants must comply with applicable federal and state laws, including having an active Master Grant Agreement (MGA) and signed FTA Certification and Assurances. Each applicant must submit a separate application for each project via the Integrated Grant eXchange (IGX) portal, ensuring the application is in “Application Submitted for Review” status by the deadline. TxDOT will not accept late applications or allow post-submission edits. The application must include detailed project narratives, budgets, timelines, evaluation strategies, letters of commitment, and supporting documentation. Applications will be reviewed in multiple phases, including an initial eligibility screen, scoring by a panel, and a negotiation process. Evaluation criteria include demonstrated need, alignment with strategic plans, readiness and feasibility within a two-year performance period, geographic diversity, and project innovation. Construction projects are subject to additional phases such as planning, environmental clearance, real estate acquisition, and compliance with FTA regulations. Webinars tailored to each funding program are scheduled for November 12 and 13, 2025. Questions must be submitted via email by December 12, 2025. TxDOT will publish answers publicly. The Texas Transportation Commission is expected to approve awards in July 2026, with Project Grant Agreements (PGAs) issued in August and funding activated starting September 1, 2026. The performance period for selected projects is a maximum of two years from the start date specified in the PGA. While this call concludes in January 2026, the next anticipated cycle will be in Fall 2027, maintaining a biennial rhythm.

Prioritize strong project readiness, detailed planning, regional coordination, and full stakeholder commitments; ensure all documents are uploaded before submission deadline.