Description
The Department of Transportation is offering grants for infrastructure projects through the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) program. The program is a competitive grant program that provides funding for projects that improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the nation's transportation infrastructure. Eligible applicants include states, metropolitan planning organizations, units of local government, and other entities. The application process involves submitting a proposal that includes a project description, budget, and funding commitment. The proposals will be evaluated based on six outcome criteria, including safety, state of good repair, economic impacts, climate change, equity, and innovation.
• The INFRA program provides approximately $8 billion in funding over 5 years.
• The program is a competitive grant program.
• Eligible applicants include states, metropolitan planning organizations, units of local government, and other entities.
• The application process involves submitting a proposal that includes a project description, budget, and funding commitment.
• The proposals will be evaluated based on six outcome criteria, including safety, state of good repair, economic impacts, climate change, equity, and innovation.