Regional transportation call for projects

From January 8 to March 5, 2021, CMAP is accepting funding applications for surface transportation projects that improve transit, bicycle facilities, freight and traffic movement and safety, fix bridges, reconstruct roads, and invest in alternative fuel vehicles and equipment. Funding for these projects will be distributed through federal sources that CMAP programs: Surface Transportation Program (STP) Shared Fund, Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement Program (CMAQ), and locally programmed Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP-L).

Municipalities are encouraged to discuss their proposed applications with the appropriate Council of Mayors planning liaison.

How to Apply

Step 1. Review the materials from the Informational Webinars and these Frequently Asked Questions.

Step 2. Review the application booklets to determine which program(s) you are applying for:

Step 3. Review the application workbook to determine what information you should gather in order to apply.

Step 4. Review the eTIP User Guide for completing your online application.

Step 5. Request eTIP login credentials and begin your eTIP application.

Step 6. Proceed with completion of the eTIP application, application workbook, and other supplemental forms below specific to the program you are applying for and the type of project.

Step 7. Complete your application in the eTIP database, including attaching your application workbook, supplemental forms, and other supporting documents prior to the deadlines listed in the timeline below.

Forms and Supplemental Documents

Application Workbook (Excel) - Required for ALL projects

Detailed Cost Estimate - Required for ALL projects (Note: applicant may submit their own form, as long as the same information is provided)

STP Quarterly Status Update (Instructions | Highway Form (for projects processed through IDOT/FHWA) | Transit Form (for projects processed through FTA) - Required for all STP Shared Fund projects

Input Module Worksheet - Required for CMAQ intersection improvement projects only

Project Selection Process Timeline

Date (2021)	Action
January 6	Webinar: overview of the funding programs and eligible projects
January 8	Call for projects released
January 15	Webinar: how to submit an application via the eTIP website
February 19	Deadline for sponsors to submit applications to Planning Liaisons for review
March 5	Applications due
April 30	Deadline for Councils/CDOT to submit subregional priority points allocation (STP only)
July 18	Project Selection Committees (PSCs) consider staff recommended draft programs
July 1 - July 30	Public comment period
September 9	PSCs consider final program approval
September 24	Transportation committee considers TIP changes for approved programs
October 13	CMAP Board and MPO Policy Committee consider final approval of TIP changes
November	Federal eligibility determination (CMAQ only) and funding notification

Subject to change.

Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Application Workbook Reference (pdf)

STP Shared Fund Estimated Programming Marks

Two informational webinars were held to help project sponsors better understand the funding programs and the application procedures:

Wednesday, January 6, 2021: Information on the funding programs and eligible projects
(view/download resources: recording | presentation slides | question log)

Friday, January 15, 2021: How to submit an application via the eTIP website
(view/download resources: recording | presentation slides | question log)

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