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Grants for National Scenic Byways Program (FY 2023-2024) by DOT FHWA

This opportunity provides competitive grant funding for projects that enhance and preserve America's scenic byways: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) - Offices: Office of Competitive Grants and Workforce Programs; Office of Acquisition and Grants Management - Eligible Applicants: - State Departments of Transportation - Federally recognized Indian Tribes - Funding Details: - Up to $26.95 million available for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024 - Federal share up to 80% of project costs (exceptions for federal or Indian land) - Products/Services Requested: - No specific OEMs or commercial products required; this is a grant program for public entities - Eligible project types include: - Planning, design, and development of scenic byway programs - Corridor management plan development and implementation - Safety improvements to accommodate increased traffic and vehicle changes - Construction of pedestrian and bicyclist facilities, rest areas, turnouts, highway shoulder improvements, overlooks, and interpretive facilities - Enhancements for recreational access - Protection of scenic, historical, recreational, cultural, natural, and archaeological resources - Development and provision of tourist information and interpretive materials - Marketing programs for scenic byways - Notable Requirements: - Projects must align with FHWA priorities such as safety, reinvesting in the American family, and workforce development - Only applicants who previously submitted by the deadline may amend or withdraw applications during the amendment window - Period of Performance: - FY 2023 funds: Must be obligated by September 30, 2026, and expended by September 30, 2031 - FY 2024 funds: Must be obligated by September 30, 2027, and expended by September 30, 2032 - Place of Performance/Delivery: - Federal Highway Administration Headquarters, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., Washington, DC 20590

Description

The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) is offering grants under the National Scenic Byways Program (NSBP) for Fiscal Years 2023 and 2024. The program aims to recognize, preserve, and enhance designated scenic highways across the United States. Eligible applicants include State departments of transportation and federally recognized Indian Tribes. Grants support projects such as planning, design, corridor management, safety improvements, construction of facilities, and marketing programs on National Scenic Byways, All-American Roads, State scenic byways, or Indian Tribe scenic byways. The total funding available is up to $26.95 million, with an 80% federal cost share. Applications were initially due by December 16, 2024, with an amendment allowing prior applicants to update or withdraw their applications by June 11, 2026.

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