DOPWIC Fiscal Year 2028 Applicant Workshop

The Cuyahoga County Planning Commission held the DOPWIC Fiscal Year 2028 Applicant Workshop on July 23, 2026, to guide applicants through the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) funding programs. The meeting focused on explaining the State Capital Improvement Program (SCIP), Local Transportation Improvement Program (LTIP), small government set-aside, and emergency funding programs, including eligibility, application procedures, and recent policy updates. Key procurement-related details included the availability of approximately $41 million in funding for the year, with $30 million specifically allocated for small government projects capped at $500,000 per project. The workshop emphasized strategic application submissions, clarified scoring and documentation requirements, and outlined the process for scope changes and appeals. Participants were also instructed on proper application compilation and submission via the Workswise system, with office hours offered for further assistance. The meeting concluded with a Q&A session and contact information for ongoing support.