Opportunity Information: Apply for FTA 2010 009 TPE AA
Apply for FTA 2010 009 TPE AA
- The DOT/Federal Transit Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Alternatives Analysis Program Livability Funding Opportunity" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.522 Alternatives Analysis.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jun 3, 2010 and posted on Jun 3, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jul 12, 2010. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $25,700,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $2,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 60 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: City or township governments State governments Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification) Native American tribal organizations (other than Federally recognized tribal governments) County governments Special district governments Native American tribal governments (Federally recognized).
- Section 5339 allows FTA to make grants and agreements, under criteria established by the Secretary, to States, authorities of the States, metropolitan planning organizations, and local governmental authorities to conduct alternatives analyses as defined by section 5309(a)(1).
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Opportunity Summary:
The Alternatives Analysis Program Livability Funding Opportunity was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to help communities plan and evaluate major transit and transportation improvements. It offered up to 25.7 million dollars in total funding drawn from Fiscal Year 2009 and 2010 appropriations under the Alternatives Analysis Program authority in 49 U.S.C. 5339, as established by SAFETEA-LU (Public Law 109-59). The funding was positioned not just as a planning support tool, but specifically as a way to advance the Department of Transportation's Livability Initiative, meaning proposals were expected to align with broader goals like improving access to jobs and services, supporting walkable and transit-friendly development, and giving people more practical transportation options.
At a high level, the program funded "alternatives analyses" for transit projects, which are structured planning studies that compare different approaches to solving a corridor or regional mobility problem. These studies typically look at multiple concepts (for example, bus rapid transit versus light rail versus enhanced bus service), evaluate benefits and impacts, and help narrow options toward a locally supported solution. The notice referenced the definition tied to section 5309(a)(1), which historically relates to New Starts planning, reinforcing that the intent was to support early-stage, decision-focused analysis rather than construction money.
The opportunity was competitive and expected to make around 60 awards. Individual awards ranged from a floor of 50,000 dollars to a ceiling of 2,000,000 dollars, with cost sharing or matching required, so applicants needed to bring non-federal funds to the table as part of the project budget. The assistance listing for the program was under CFDA 20.522 (Alternatives Analysis), and the funding activity category was Transportation. Because it was discretionary, funding decisions would be made by FTA based on program criteria and priorities rather than by formula.
Eligible applicants were broadly public-sector planning and transportation entities, including states, state authorities, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), and local governmental authorities. The listing also included city or township governments, county governments, special district governments, and Native American tribal governments (including federally recognized tribal governments), with the note that additional eligibility details were provided in the full announcement. In practice, this type of program generally targets agencies responsible for corridor planning and regional transportation investment decisions, especially those considering major transit capital projects that require a defensible analysis of options.
The announcement was posted June 3, 2010, and applications were due July 12, 2010, with the opportunity later archived on August 11, 2010. Proposals had to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov, and the notice emphasized that first-time Grants.gov registration can take weeks due to processing and credentialing steps, so applicants were urged to start registration early to avoid missing the deadline. FTA indicated that final selections would be announced both on the FTA website and in the Federal Register.
For applicants seeking the official instructions and selection details, the opportunity referenced a Federal Register notice (75 FR 30100) and an FTA web page where the full announcement and application guidance were hosted. The point of contact listed for support was Kenneth Cervenka in FTA's Alternatives Analysis Program Office of Planning and Environment, reachable by phone at (202) 493-0512 or by email at Kenneth.Cervenka@dot.gov, with TDD access available through the Federal Information Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339.
Alternatives Analysis Program Livability Funding Opportunity (FTA) - FAQs
What is the Alternatives Analysis Program Livability Funding Opportunity?
It was a discretionary grant competition run by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to help communities plan and evaluate major transit and transportation improvements through formal "alternatives analyses" studies.
What was the main purpose of this funding?
The funding was intended to support early-stage, decision-focused planning studies that compare different ways to address a corridor or regional mobility problem, helping communities narrow options toward a locally supported solution.
How did this opportunity relate to the DOT Livability Initiative?
This funding opportunity was positioned as a way to advance the Department of Transportation's Livability Initiative. Proposals were expected to align with goals such as improving access to jobs and services, supporting walkable and transit-friendly development, and giving people more practical transportation options.
What kinds of projects did the program fund?
The program funded "alternatives analyses" for transit projects. These are structured planning studies that evaluate multiple concepts (for example, bus rapid transit versus light rail versus enhanced bus service), compare benefits and impacts, and support selection of an approach.
Did the program fund construction or only planning?
Based on the notice, the intent was to support planning and analysis rather than construction. The reference to the definition tied to section 5309(a)(1) reinforced the focus on early-stage analysis historically associated with New Starts planning.
How much total funding was available?
Up to $25.7 million in total funding was available.
What fiscal years were the funds drawn from?
The total funding was drawn from Fiscal Year 2009 and 2010 appropriations.
What was the expected number of awards?
The program expected to make around 60 awards.
What was the minimum and maximum award size?
Individual awards ranged from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $2,000,000.
Was a local match or cost sharing required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching was required, meaning applicants needed to provide non-federal funds as part of the overall project budget.
Was this funding formula-based or competitive?
It was competitive and discretionary. Funding decisions were made by FTA based on program criteria and priorities rather than by a formula allocation.
Who was eligible to apply?
Eligible applicants included public-sector planning and transportation entities such as states, state authorities, metropolitan planning organizations (MPOs), and local governmental authorities. The listing also included city or township governments, county governments, special district governments, and Native American tribal governments (including federally recognized tribal governments). The notice indicated that additional eligibility details were in the full announcement.
What was the CFDA number (Assistance Listing) for this program?
The program was listed under CFDA 20.522 (Alternatives Analysis).
What was the funding activity category?
The funding activity category was Transportation.
What legal authority was cited for the program?
The opportunity referenced Alternatives Analysis Program authority in 49 U.S.C. 5339, as established by SAFETEA-LU (Public Law 109-59).
When was the opportunity posted and when were applications due?
The announcement was posted on June 3, 2010. Applications were due on July 12, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was later archived on August 11, 2010.
How were applications submitted?
Applications had to be submitted electronically through Grants.gov.
Why did the notice emphasize early registration in Grants.gov?
The notice warned that first-time Grants.gov registration can take weeks due to processing and credentialing steps, so applicants were urged to start the registration process early to avoid missing the deadline.
Where would final selections be announced?
FTA indicated that final selections would be announced both on the FTA website and in the Federal Register.
Where could applicants find the official instructions and selection details?
The opportunity referenced a Federal Register notice (75 FR 30100) and an FTA web page where the full announcement and application guidance were hosted.
Who was the point of contact for this opportunity?
The point of contact listed was Kenneth Cervenka in FTA's Alternatives Analysis Program Office of Planning and Environment.
How could applicants contact the point of contact?
Applicants could reach Kenneth Cervenka by phone at (202) 493-0512 or by email at Kenneth.Cervenka@dot.gov.
Was TDD/TTY relay access available?
Yes. TDD access was available through the Federal Information Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339.
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