Opportunity Information: Apply for DTFH61RI00006
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- The DOT Federal Highway Administration in the other (see text field entitled explanation of other category of funding activity for clarification) sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Every Day Counts Initiative Request for Information" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Jan 13, 2014 and posted on Jan 13, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 15, 2014. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Eligible applicants include: Unrestricted (i.e., open to any type of entity above), subject to any clarification in text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility.
- The FHWA invites all sources to respond to this RFI.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Every Day Counts Initiative Request for Information (Funding Opportunity Number DTFH61RI00006) is a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) market research notice tied to the Every Day Counts (EDC) program, specifically to help inform potential selections for EDC3. Rather than offering funding, this notice asks the public and industry to share practical input on proven, market-ready innovations that could be candidates for accelerated deployment in the highway and transportation space. The intent is to gather ideas that are already demonstrated and ready to implement, not early-stage concepts that still need significant development.
A central point of this opportunity is that it is not a grant competition, procurement, or any kind of request for proposals. FHWA explicitly states it is not soliciting proposals, applications, abstracts, or quotes, and it should not be interpreted as a commitment to make an award or to pay for any information provided. Submissions are treated as informational only, cannot be accepted as offers, and cannot create any binding contract or grant. The agency also notes that any information collected may be used for program planning purposes on a non-attribution basis, meaning FHWA may use what it learns without publicly tying specific ideas to specific respondents.
FHWA is looking for two types of input. First, it requests suggestions for innovative technologies that are already market ready and that meet the criteria FHWA established for EDC3 consideration. Second, it seeks comments on real-world user experiences with ten named high-value innovations that FHWA is considering for accelerated deployment under EDC3 (these are referenced in the notice as “Innovations of Interest”). The emphasis on user experience signals that FHWA is not only interested in what an innovation is, but how it performs in practice, what implementation challenges arise, and what benefits or outcomes users have observed.
The notice places strong limits on what should be submitted. Respondents are told not to submit unique, proprietary, confidential, or patented products, and not to include anything that could be considered proprietary or confidential. FHWA indicates it will review only broad categories of innovations, not product-specific pitches. In other words, the agency wants scalable concepts and approaches that multiple stakeholders could adopt, rather than one company’s protected technology or a vendor-specific solution.
Eligibility is essentially open: FHWA invites “all sources” to respond, with the listing describing eligible applicants as unrestricted. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement because there is no award associated with the RFI. The listing also reflects that there are expected to be zero awards and zero dollars in estimated total funding, with award ceiling and floor both listed as zero, reinforcing that the purpose is information gathering rather than financial assistance.
Key dates associated with the notice include a posted and creation date of January 13, 2014, an original and current closing date of February 15, 2014, and an archive date of March 17, 2014. The sponsoring agency is the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration. For access issues related to the full announcement, the listed contact is Elease Sanders, Agreement Officer, reachable by phone at 202-366-4201, with an official email address referenced in the posting.
Overall, the opportunity is best understood as FHWA casting a wide net for practical, non-proprietary insights on proven innovations that can shorten project delivery, improve safety, reduce congestion, and modernize transportation practices through the EDC3 initiative. It is a structured request for feedback meant to guide FHWA planning and selection decisions, not a pathway to receive grant funding.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the Every Day Counts Initiative Request for Information (RFI)?
The Every Day Counts Initiative Request for Information (Funding Opportunity Number DTFH61RI00006) is a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) market research notice connected to the Every Day Counts (EDC) program. It is designed to gather practical input from the public and industry on proven, market-ready innovations that could be considered for accelerated deployment under EDC3.
Is this a grant opportunity or a way to receive funding?
No. This notice is not a grant competition and does not offer funding. The posting indicates there are expected to be zero awards and zero dollars in estimated total funding, with the award ceiling and floor both listed as zero.
Is FHWA requesting proposals, applications, or bids?
No. FHWA explicitly states it is not soliciting proposals, applications, abstracts, or quotes. This RFI should not be interpreted as a request for proposals (RFP), a procurement action, or a commitment by the government to make an award.
What is the purpose of the RFI?
The purpose is information gathering for program planning. FHWA is using the RFI to collect input that may help inform potential selections for EDC3, focusing on innovations that are already demonstrated and ready to implement.
What kinds of innovations is FHWA looking for?
FHWA is looking for proven, market-ready innovations appropriate for accelerated deployment in the highway and transportation space. The emphasis is on ideas that are already demonstrated and implementable, rather than early-stage concepts that still need significant development.
What specific types of input is FHWA requesting?
FHWA is seeking two main types of input: (1) suggestions for innovative technologies that are already market ready and meet FHWA criteria for EDC3 consideration, and (2) comments on real-world user experiences with ten named high-value innovations FHWA is considering for EDC3 (referred to in the notice as "Innovations of Interest").
What does FHWA mean by "user experiences"?
The notice emphasizes real-world experience, meaning FHWA is interested in how innovations perform in practice. This includes implementation challenges, observed benefits, outcomes, and practical lessons learned from actual use.
Can I submit a specific product or vendor solution?
The RFI indicates FHWA will review only broad categories of innovations and not product-specific pitches. The intent is to gather scalable concepts and approaches that multiple stakeholders could adopt, rather than a vendor-specific or protected solution.
Can I submit proprietary, confidential, or patented information?
No. Respondents are told not to submit unique, proprietary, confidential, or patented products and not to include anything that could be considered proprietary or confidential. The RFI is intended for non-proprietary, broadly shareable input.
Will FHWA pay for the information submitted?
No. FHWA states it is not committing to pay for any information provided in response to this RFI.
Does submitting a response create a contract, grant, or other binding agreement?
No. FHWA notes that submissions are informational only, cannot be accepted as offers, and cannot create any binding contract or grant.
Who can respond to this RFI?
Eligibility is essentially open. FHWA invites "all sources" to respond, and the listing describes eligible applicants as unrestricted.
Is there any cost sharing or matching requirement?
No. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement because this RFI does not involve an award.
How may FHWA use the information it receives?
FHWA states that information collected may be used for program planning purposes on a non-attribution basis, meaning FHWA may use what it learns without publicly tying specific ideas to specific respondents.
What is EDC3 in relation to this RFI?
This RFI is intended to help inform potential selections for EDC3, which is referenced as the focus for accelerated deployment consideration within the Every Day Counts program.
What agency is sponsoring this notice?
The sponsoring agency is the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number for this notice?
The Funding Opportunity Number listed is DTFH61RI00006.
What are the key dates for this RFI?
The notice lists a posted and creation date of January 13, 2014; an original and current closing date of February 15, 2014; and an archive date of March 17, 2014.
Is this opportunity still open?
Based on the dates provided, the closing date was February 15, 2014, and the notice was archived on March 17, 2014.
Who should I contact if I have trouble accessing the full announcement?
For access issues related to the full announcement, the listed contact is Elease Sanders, Agreement Officer, reachable by phone at 202-366-4201. An official email address is also referenced in the posting.
What kinds of outcomes is FHWA trying to support through EDC3-related innovation selection?
The notice describes the overall intent as gathering practical insights on innovations that can shorten project delivery, improve safety, reduce congestion, and modernize transportation practices through the EDC3 initiative.
What should I keep in mind before responding?
Responses should focus on proven, market-ready, non-proprietary innovations or broad categories of innovation, and should avoid confidential, proprietary, or product-specific content. The RFI is for informational purposes only and does not provide funding or create any obligation for FHWA to make an award.
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