Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program
ID: 355098Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

69A345 Office of the Under Secretary for Policy (DOT-DOT X-50)

Award Range

$0 - $100M

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355098

Additional Information

https://www.transportation.gov/reconnecting
Timeline
  1. 1
    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
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    Posted Jul 3, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
  4. 4
    Due Sep 30, 2024, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) is inviting applications for the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Program, a discretionary grant initiative aimed at restoring community connectivity disrupted by transportation infrastructure, particularly in disadvantaged areas. The program, funded under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, seeks to support both planning and capital construction activities that enhance access to essential services such as jobs, healthcare, and education. With an estimated total funding of $607 million available for fiscal years 2024-2026, the program will award grants with a maximum of $2 million for planning and $100 million for capital construction projects, requiring a local match of 20% for planning grants and 50% for construction grants. Applications must be submitted via Valid Eval by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on September 30, 2024, and interested parties can reach out to Andrew Emanuele at andrew.emanuele@dot.gov for further information.

Point(s) of Contact
andrew.emanuele@dot.gov
Files
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Posted
RCP
Jul 4, 2024, 2:44 PM UTC
RCP.pdf
Aug 24, 2024, 2:22 AM UTC
The Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) from the U.S. Department of Transportation announces the Reconnecting Communities Pilot (RCP) Grant Program, aimed at reconnecting communities hindered by transportation infrastructure through competitive funding for projects. The program prioritizes projects that improve access, equity, and mobility, particularly in economically disadvantaged communities, with a total allocation of $607 million available from FY 2024 through FY 2026 for planning and capital construction grants. Applications are due by September 30, 2024, and priority will be given to projects demonstrating community engagement, climate resilience, and equitable development.
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