FY25 High Priority Program – Innovative Technology Deployment (HP-ITD)
ID: 358056Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOT-Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (DOT-FMCSA)

Award Range

$0 - $2M

Eligible Applicants

State Governments

Funding Category

Transportation

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
Timeline
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    Forecast Posted Not available
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    Forecast Due Not available
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    Posted Jan 8, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Mar 7, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced the FY25 High Priority Program – Innovative Technology Deployment (HP-ITD) grant opportunity, aimed at enhancing the technological capabilities of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations. This program seeks to promote the deployment of intelligent transportation system applications and improve the integration of federal and state safety information systems to enhance safety, productivity, and regulatory compliance for CMVs. With approximately $40 million available for funding, individual awards can reach up to $2 million, and the program is open to state governments that align their projects with national priorities such as safety, sustainability, and equity. Interested applicants must submit a comprehensive application by March 7, 2025, including a detailed project narrative and budget documentation, and can reach out to the Grants.gov Contact Center for support at 1-800-518-4726.

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Jan 10, 2025, 12:05 PM UTC
The U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) has announced the High Priority Program – Innovative Technology Deployment (HP-ITD) grant opportunity for Fiscal Year 2025. The program seeks to enhance the technological capabilities of commercial motor vehicle (CMV) operations, linking federal and state safety information systems to improve safety, productivity, and regulatory compliance. Approximately $40 million is available, with individual awards capped at $2 million. The program is open to eligible state entities, promoting projects aligned with national priorities including safety, sustainability, and equity. Applicants must demonstrate adherence to program goals, providing a detailed project narrative, objectives, and performance metrics, while complying with federal regulations. A comprehensive application is due by March 7, 2025, requiring documentation such as a budget narrative and SF forms. Applications are evaluated based on technical merit, budget feasibility, past performance, and the potential to address racial equity and climate issues. FMCSA aims to support impactful projects that reduce crashes and promote a safer transportation environment through innovation and collaboration among states.
Jan 10, 2025, 12:05 PM UTC
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