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Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Research and Development Program is sponsored by Florida Department of Transportation. Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Research and Development Program is a grant from FDOT that funds transportation research and capital projects aligned with Florida's transportation priorities and USDOT Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) goals.
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Resources for Local Agencies Applicants should have a comprehensive understanding of the grant for which they are applying. Each application must satisfy the requirements of the NOFO, the priorities of USDOT, and FDOT’s commitment to supporting Florida’s transportation initiatives. Once a program is identified, assess whether internal staffing and resources meet the minimum requirements for application and project execution.
Identify personnel capable of managing federal requirements for compliance, reporting, and delivery. Some grant programs require a benefit-cost analysis (BCA). For information to support the development of a BCA, refer to the resource below and the grant NOFO.
Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA) for Federal Grant Projects Federal discretionary grants that fund capital projects under Title 23 or Title 49, US Code, must be programmed in the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP) and State Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) before executing a grant agreement with USDOT. For more information, please visit the STIP Information page.
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) issues NOFOs throughout the year, soliciting applications for federal discretionary grant programs. Each grant program has its own goals, eligibility requirements, and award amounts. More information on these and many other grants can be found on the USDOT Navigator Webpage .
The Florida Department of Transportation’s (FDOT) Office of Policy Planning monitors NOFOs and coordinates project identification and grant applications with District Federal Grant Coordinators for FDOT projects statewide. District staff coordinate with local governments and other partners as needed, particularly in relation to grant applications that impact state facilities.
Local agencies can request letters of consistency from FDOT to demonstrate that a local project is consistent with the adopted Work Program and/or the Florida Transportation Plan. To request a letter of consistency for an upcoming discretionary grant application, please contact the district grant coordinator responsible for your area and be prepared to share a completed grant application at least 60 days prior to the grant deadline.
It is the applicant's responsibility to submit the request along with the grant application. Sample Application Narratives Agencies interested in obtaining a copy of recent application narratives of FDOT projects may contact: [email protected] . These narratives are provided to demonstrate the level of detail required in a competitive application.
There is no single format for applications. Every Federal discretionary grant application is unique, and the application must follow the guidelines set forth in the NOFO. Direct Recipient Considerations Transportation projects receiving federal funds are required to meet specific requirements for planning, compliance, implementation, and reporting.
If your organization requires additional guidance on implementing federal funding requirements, please visit the page. To view an interactive map of Florida projects awarded USDOT discretionary grant funds, click the map below. Grant Frequently Asked Questions FDOT developed a frequently asked questions document to support local agencies seeking federal funding.
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Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Universities, research institutions, and private entities in Florida Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Varies Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
Yes — AI tools like Granted can help research funders, draft proposal sections, and check compliance. However, always review and customize AI-generated content to reflect your organization's unique strengths and the specific requirements of the solicitation.
Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) State Safety Office Subgrants is sponsored by Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) State Safety Office. The FDOT State Safety Office awards subgrants to traffic safety partners for priority area programs to improve traffic safety and eliminate crashes, serious injuries, and fatalities. Subgrants are 'seed' money for program development and implementation.
Aviation Grant Program is a funding initiative from the Florida Department of Transportation that provides financial assistance to public-use airports in Florida for safety, security, preservation, capacity improvement, land acquisition, planning, and economic development projects. The program funds local governments and airport authorities in planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining aviation facilities. Funding covers up to 50%, 80%, or 100% of eligible project costs depending on airport type. Commercial service airports and general aviation airports each have specific eligibility criteria. The program is funded through the State Transportation Trust Fund and Florida's aviation fuel tax.
The Fund for Women & Girls Grant Program is sponsored by The Foundation for Enhancing Communities (TFEC). The Fund for Women & Girls, an initiative of TFEC, makes grants to local nonprofit organizations in specific South Central PA counties. The grants support projects that advance the lives of women and girls by providing opportunities to address basic needs, develop economic self-sufficiency, and strengthen health and safety needs.
VGF grants will be used to develop and/or support community-based entities to recruit, manage, and support volunteers. CNCS seeks to fund effective approaches that expand volunteering, strengthen the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit and retain skill-based volunteers, and develop strategies to use volunteers effectively to solve problems. Specifically, the VGF grants will support efforts that expand the capacity of volunteer connector organizations to recruit, manage, support and retain individuals to serve in high quality volunteer assignments.Applicants that receive funding under this Notice may directly carry out the activities supported under the award, or may carry out the activities by making sub-grants to community-based entities, supporting volunteer generation at these entities.). Funding Opportunity Number: AC-05-25-21. Assistance Listing: 94.021. Funding Instrument: G. Category: O. Award Amount: $6.1M total program funding.