Federal Transportation Grants

This funding opportunity provides financial support to a wide range of entities, including state and local governments, transportation agencies, and tribal authorities, to enhance the resilience of transportation infrastructure against climate impacts and natural hazards.

The Ports for the Future Partnerships grant, managed by the Bureau of Counterterrorism under the U.S. Department of State, is a discretionary funding opportunity designed to support initiatives in the transportation sector, specifically targeting port infrastructure development. This program will coordinate with the Quad (Australia, India, Japan, and the United States) to hold the first Quad Ports and Transportation Conference in Mumbai, India, in 2025. The grant's objective is to partner with organizations that have substantial experience and established networks in port infrastructure and management within the region. A primary focus will be on coordinating technical assistance and capacity-building efforts that meet the extensive infrastructure needs of regional ports, aligning with the strategic priorities of the Quad countries. The grant will be awarded as a cooperative agreement, enabling a close collaboration between the U.S. Department of State and the recipient to ensure the alignment of program activities with the initiative's strategic objectives. The total funding available for this award is $1,275,904, which also serves as both the maximum and minimum funding level for this grant, meaning only one award is anticipated. The program does not require cost-sharing or matching funds from the awardee, allowing for full coverage of approved project costs by the grant. Eligible applicants include a wide range of entities such as U.S.-based and foreign nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations (with or without 501(c)(3) status), for-profit organizations, public and private educational institutions, public international organizations, and governmental institutions. This broad eligibility requirement ensures that organizations with relevant expertise in port management, transportation, and infrastructure, regardless of their legal structure or location, can apply if they meet the program's criteria and objectives. Applicants interested in this opportunity must submit their applications by December 6, 2024. The application materials will likely need to include detailed descriptions of proposed activities, expertise in the sector, and strategies for aligning efforts with Quad priorities. While the full application requirements are not detailed here, interested applicants are encouraged to consult the full announcement on MyGrants for specific application guidelines. Evaluation criteria may involve the applicant's experience, access to networks in the region's ports sector, and their proposed approach to capacity-building and technical assistance coordination. Successful applicants will need to demonstrate their ability to contribute to the infrastructure goals of the Quad partnership and effectively engage with international partners to maximize the program's impact. For additional questions or difficulties accessing the application materials, applicants are advised to contact the grant officer at [email protected]. This opportunity represents a chance to play a pivotal role in advancing infrastructure efforts in South and Central Asia in alignment with the shared security and economic goals of the Quad nations.

Grant Title: FY25 National Network IIJA Supplemental Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation - This grant provides $3.128 billion to Amtrak to support projects that improve its national rail services, including replacing outdated trains, upgrading infrastructure, and ensuring compliance with accessibility standards.

The FY25 Northeast Corridor IIJA Supplemental Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation provides Amtrak with $1,189,000,000 in funding to improve rolling stock, upgrade facilities, address deferred capital work, and ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act on the Northeast Corridor.

This competition provides funding to companies and coalitions developing innovative technologies that improve the integration of energy storage systems with the electricity grid, promoting a more efficient and sustainable energy future.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local and state educational agencies to develop innovative STEM programs focused on transportation, particularly aimed at encouraging underrepresented students, including females and minorities, to pursue careers in this field.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to federally recognized Indian Tribes for projects aimed at improving transportation safety and reducing accidents on Tribal lands.

This funding opportunity is designed to support states, public agencies, and Amtrak in improving and expanding intercity passenger rail services across the U.S., excluding the Northeast Corridor, by enhancing infrastructure and performance.

This funding opportunity is designed to support research and development projects focused on the reuse, recycling, and assessment of the health of electric vehicle batteries, targeting innovators and organizations in the clean energy and automotive sectors.

This grant will fund training for emergency responders, emergency medical technicians, police/fire personnel, etc. of tank car nomenclature, railroad operations and other related matters useful to mitigate railroad emergencies. The only entity permitted to apply for this grant is the American Chemistry Council. The application deadline is September 25, 2024, and the estimated total program funding is $150,000. The award ceiling is also set at $150,000, with no minimum award floor specified. This opportunity is categorized as discretionary funding.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to states and federally recognized tribes for projects that enhance and preserve scenic byways and related programs across the United States.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations experienced in rural and tribal transportation services to develop training and technical assistance resources for improving public transit in rural areas.

The "Innovative Queue Management Solutions (iQMS) Demonstration Program - Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Load Request (Track 2)" grant is a $11.2 million funding initiative by the U.S. Department of Energy to help distribution utilities streamline and speed up the process of integrating mid-scale clean energy projects and electric vehicle charging stations into the power grid, with the aim of reducing delays and supporting decarbonization efforts.

The Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 (PRIIA) Section 212 requires establishment of a Northeast Corridor Commission (NEC Commission). The NEC Commission was established to promote mutual cooperation and planning pertaining to the rail operations and related activities of the Northeast Corridor. The statute requires several deliverables, including a statement of goals, recommendations, access costs and a report on Northeast Corridor economic development. The NEC Commission is comprised of 18 voting members, nine of which represent each of the eight states and the District of Columbia five of, which represent the U.S. Department of Transportation, and four of which represent Amtrak.

The "Judicial Tools to Combat Impaired Driving" grant aims to provide training for DWI Court teams and Judges handling impaired driving cases, with the goal of improving court processes and reducing repeat offenses through strategies like individualized sentencing and motivational interviewing.

The "Development of Fiscal Year 2025 Commercial Vehicle Safety Plans to Support National Safety Goals" grant is a federal funding program aimed at improving commercial vehicle safety by reducing crashes, enhancing inspections and enforcement, and promoting public education, with states required to submit comprehensive safety plans that align with national safety goals and address key areas like work zone safety, human trafficking, and drug interdiction.

This funding opportunity provides up to $800 million to local governments and other eligible entities for using low-carbon construction materials in federally funded transportation projects, promoting sustainability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

Dear Potential Applicant/Offeror,USAID/Mozambique intends to design a new Laboratory Specimen Transport Activity that will engage a range of stakeholdersincluding government agencies, donors, the private sector, and think tanksto enhance and improve the existing laboratory specimen referral and diagnostic network. This activity will focus on the collection, packaging, and transportation of specimens from health facilities to reference laboratories and the return of results to the originating points within the Mozambican public health system. This is anticipated to be a five (5) year award (2026 - 2030).The purpose of this communication is to obtain industry comment and input on the above-mentioned activity. More specifically, the RFI intends to: Assess the interest of potential organizations in submitting applications/proposals for the new USAID Laboratory Specimen Transport Activity. Gain technical and organizational insights in the capacity of potential organizations. Explore innovative approaches to partnering with organizations working in the same area; and Collect inputs to contribute to the improvement of the draft Scope of Work.

The Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces the opportunity to apply for $20 million in FY 2025 Airport Infrastructure Grant funds for the FCT competitive grant program, made available under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act of 2021 (IIJA), Pub. L. 117-58, herein referred to as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL). The purpose of the FCT competitive grant program is to make annual grants available to eligible airports for airport-owned airport traffic control tower (ATCT) projects that address the aging infrastructure of the nations airports. The FAA will consider ATCT projects that sustain, construct, repair, improve, rehabilitate, modernize, replace, or relocate non-approach control towers; or acquire and install air traffic control, communications, and related equipment to be used in those towers; or construct a remote tower certified by the FAA including acquisition and installation of air traffic control, communications, or related equipment. In addition, FT grants will align with DOTs Strategic Framework FY2022-2026 at https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/office-policy/fy2022-2026-strategic-framework. The FY 2025 FCT will be implemented consistent with law and in alignment with the priorities in Executive Order 14052, Implementation of the Infrastructure Investments and Jobs Act (86 FR 64355), which are to invest efficiently and equitably; promote the competitiveness of the U.S. economy; improve job opportunities by focusing on high labor standards; strengthen infrastructure resilience to all hazards including climate change; and to effectively coordinate with State, local, Tribal, and territorial government partners.

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Section 50143 Domestic Manufacturing Conversion Grants for Electrified Vehicles is a $50 million funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Energy, aimed at helping six eligible states with significant automotive workforces transition their small and medium manufacturers from producing traditional vehicles to electric vehicles, with the goal of supporting high-paying jobs and benefiting disadvantaged communities.