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Find similar grantsRegional Infrastructure Accelerators (RIA) Grant Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Build America Bureau. The RIA program supports regions in accelerating the delivery of transportation infrastructure through innovative approaches to planning, financing, and partnerships. It aims to modernize transportation infrastructure, enhance resilience, and make other improvements.
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## View Grant Opportunity Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Program Department of Transportation 69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy Document Type:Grants Notice Funding Opportunity Number:DOTBAB01062024 Funding Opportunity Title:Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Program Opportunity Category:Discretionary Opportunity Category Explanation: Funding Instrument Type:Cooperative Agreement Category of Funding Activity:Transportation Expected Number of Awards:10 Assistance Listings:20.
223 -- Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) Program Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement:No Last Updated Date:Oct 28, 2024 Original Closing Date for Applications:Jan 09, 2025 Current Closing Date for Applications:Jan 09, 2025 Archive Date:Feb 08, 2025 Estimated Total Program Funding:$ 10,000,000 Eligible Applicants:Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification) Additional Information on Eligibility:public entities only ## Additional Information Agency Name:69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy Description:**Executive Summary:**The Build America Bureau (Bureau) is issuing this NOFO to solicit applications from eligible U.S. public entities for $10 million in Regional Infrastructure Accelerator (RIA) grants.
RIA grants assist entities in developing improved infrastructure priorities and financing strategies for the accelerated development of a project that is eligible for funding under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) Credit Program under Chapter 6 of Title 23, United States Code.
These grants are intended to support RIAs that: 1) serve a defined geographic area; 2) act as a resource to qualified entities in the geographic area; and 3) demonstrate the effectiveness of the RIA to expedite the delivery of projects eligible for the TIFIA credit program.
Projects are not required to apply for or receive TIFIA credit assistance to be eligible; however, applicants who are considering the appropriateness of innovative financing methods to accelerate the delivery of eligible projects are strongly encouraged to apply. Each section of this notice contains information and instructions relevant to the application process for the RIA grants.
All applicants should read this notice in its entirety so that they have the information they need to submit eligible and competitive applications. Link to Additional Information:[](https://grants. gov/search-results-detail/356875) Grantor Contact Information:If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Not explicitly stated for direct local/regional application, but DVRPC was awarded through this program to support planning efforts for municipalities. Focus is on regional collaboration. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $54 million total funded 35 RIAs since 2021; individual award amounts vary. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Regional Infrastructure Accelerators (RIA) Grant Program is funded by U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Build America Bureau. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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