Opportunity Information: Apply for FHWA MCOM 2012 13
Apply for FHWA MCOM 2012 13
- The DOT Federal Highway Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Multistate Corridor Operations Management" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.200 Highway Research and Development Program.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 1, 2013 and posted on Feb 1, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 5, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $7,000,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $6,800,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 5 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: State governments.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Multistate Corridor Operations and Management (MCOM) grant opportunity is a U.S. Department of Transportation discretionary funding solicitation focused on improving the way transportation corridors that cross state lines are operated and managed. It supports research and operational projects that help multiple states coordinate on corridor-level challenges, such as traffic operations, incident management, freight movement, and other cross-jurisdictional transportation management needs. While the funding originates within the Research and Innovative Technology Administration, the program is administered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), specifically FHWA's Office of Operations.
Legally, the program traces back to SAFETEA-LU, which created the authority in 23 USC 511 for the Secretary of Transportation to encourage and fund multistate corridor operations and management programs and projects. The program was later extended through the Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-30) through March 31, 2012. In practical terms, this FY 2013 solicitation uses FY 2012 funds, meaning it is one of the final opportunities to access remaining program dollars under that authorization.
A major contextual point is that MCOM funding was initially tied to the I-95 corridor and awarded to the I-95 Corridor Coalition. Beginning in FY 2011, Congress broadened eligibility so that the program could support any multistate corridor organization, not just I-95. By FY 2012 and FY 2013, DOT leadership concluded the original grantee had already received sufficient support, and the agency deliberately opened the competition to other coalitions. The notice also signals that no additional money is expected in subsequent years and that this round was anticipated to be the last major cycle of grants under the program, which makes the solicitation somewhat time-sensitive and possibly the final chance for other corridors to secure federal support for multistate operations work.
Eligibility is limited to state governments, and specifically the applicant must be a State DOT. At the same time, the opportunity is designed for multistate and multi-organization collaboration: other entities can participate in the coalition or project team and can receive funding indirectly through the lead State DOT, as long as funds are passed through and managed using standard Federal-aid Highway contracting procedures. In other words, the State DOT serves as the official applicant and contracting hub, but the work can be carried out across a broader partnership that reflects the multistate nature of the corridor.
Awards are made through cooperative agreements, which typically implies more federal involvement during project execution than a standard grant. The announcement anticipated around five awards, with an estimated total funding level of roughly $7.0 million. The award ceiling is listed as $6.8 million and the floor as $0, indicating flexibility in award size depending on proposal scope and merit. Cost sharing or matching is required, so applicants should expect to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the program's requirements. The CFDA number associated with the opportunity is 20.200 (Highway Research and Development Program), reinforcing the program's emphasis on research, innovation, and applied operational improvements rather than traditional large-scale capital construction.
Applications for this cycle were posted February 1, 2013, and were due April 5, 2013, with the opportunity later archived May 5, 2013. Proposals were to be evaluated by a multi-agency team that included RITA, FHWA, FTA, and FMCSA, reflecting interest across highway operations, transit considerations, and freight and motor carrier safety perspectives. That review team would make recommendations to agency leadership for final consideration, suggesting a competitive selection process with cross-modal input.
The solicitation also provides performance context from the prior round: in the FY 2012 solicitation, thirteen proposals were submitted covering 37 states and requesting $20.8 million in federal funds. Because some states submitted multiple proposals, there were 11 lead State DOTs represented overall. Ultimately, six proposals were funded, and the full $6.481 million available at the time was awarded. This history signals that demand exceeded available funding and that selection was competitive, with only a portion of requested funding able to be supported.
Key points of contact listed for the opportunity include Robert Arnold (FHWA Director, Office of Transportation Management), Angela Jacobs (FHWA HOTM Program Manager and the grants application contact), and Kate Hartman (RITA Program Manager, Truck and Program Assessment), with oversight referenced under Jeffrey Lindley (FHWA Associate Administrator for Operations). A Federal Register notice is referenced as an additional information link, indicating that the formal requirements and any detailed selection criteria would be captured in the official public notice.
Multistate Corridor Operations and Management (MCOM) Grant FAQs
What is the MCOM grant opportunity?
The Multistate Corridor Operations and Management (MCOM) grant opportunity is a U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) discretionary funding solicitation focused on improving how transportation corridors that cross state lines are operated and managed. It supports research and operational projects aimed at coordinated, corridor-level transportation management.
What types of problems or activities does MCOM funding support?
The solicitation emphasizes multistate coordination on corridor-level operational challenges, including traffic operations, incident management, freight movement, and other cross-jurisdictional transportation management needs.
Which USDOT offices are involved, and who administers the program?
While the funding originates within the Research and Innovative Technology Administration (RITA), the program is administered by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), specifically FHWA's Office of Operations.
What is the legal authority behind the MCOM program?
The program traces back to SAFETEA-LU, which created authority in 23 USC 511 for the Secretary of Transportation to encourage and fund multistate corridor operations and management programs and projects. The program was later extended through the Surface Transportation Extension Act of 2011 (Public Law 112-30) through March 31, 2012.
Which fiscal year funds are being used for this solicitation?
This FY 2013 solicitation uses FY 2012 funds, described as one of the final opportunities to access remaining program dollars under that authorization.
Why is this solicitation described as time-sensitive?
The notice signals that no additional money is expected in subsequent years and that this round was anticipated to be the last major cycle of grants under the program. As a result, it may represent the final chance for other corridors to secure federal support for multistate operations work under this authorization.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to state governments, and specifically the applicant must be a State Department of Transportation (State DOT).
Can entities other than a State DOT participate in the project?
Yes. Although only a State DOT can be the official applicant, the opportunity is designed for multistate and multi-organization collaboration. Other entities can participate in the coalition or project team.
Can non-State DOT partners receive funding?
Partners can receive funding indirectly through the lead State DOT, as long as funds are passed through and managed using standard Federal-aid Highway contracting procedures. The State DOT serves as the official applicant and contracting hub.
Is the program limited to the I-95 corridor?
No. MCOM funding was initially tied to the I-95 corridor and awarded to the I-95 Corridor Coalition, but beginning in FY 2011 Congress broadened eligibility so the program could support any multistate corridor organization, not just I-95.
Why did USDOT open competition to other corridor coalitions?
By FY 2012 and FY 2013, DOT leadership concluded the original grantee had already received sufficient support, and the agency deliberately opened the competition to other coalitions.
What funding mechanism is used for awards?
Awards are made through cooperative agreements, which typically implies more federal involvement during project execution than a standard grant.
How many awards were anticipated, and what was the estimated total funding?
The announcement anticipated around five awards, with an estimated total funding level of roughly $7.0 million.
What are the minimum and maximum award amounts?
The award ceiling is listed as $6.8 million and the floor as $0, indicating flexibility in award size depending on proposal scope and merit.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required, so applicants should expect to contribute non-federal resources consistent with the program's requirements.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity, and what does it indicate?
The CFDA number is 20.200 (Highway Research and Development Program). This reinforces the program's emphasis on research, innovation, and applied operational improvements rather than traditional large-scale capital construction.
When were applications posted, and when were they due?
Applications for this cycle were posted on February 1, 2013, and were due on April 5, 2013.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was later archived on May 5, 2013.
Who reviewed proposals, and what agencies were involved?
Proposals were to be evaluated by a multi-agency team that included RITA, FHWA, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA).
What does the multi-agency review suggest about the selection process?
The review team would make recommendations to agency leadership for final consideration, suggesting a competitive selection process with cross-modal input, including highway operations, transit considerations, and freight and motor carrier safety perspectives.
What does prior-year performance information suggest about competitiveness?
The solicitation cites the FY 2012 round: thirteen proposals were submitted covering 37 states and requesting $20.8 million in federal funds. Ultimately, six proposals were funded and the full $6.481 million available was awarded, indicating demand exceeded available funding and selection was competitive.
How many lead State DOTs were represented in the FY 2012 round?
Because some states submitted multiple proposals, there were 11 lead State DOTs represented overall in the FY 2012 solicitation.
Who are the key points of contact listed for the opportunity?
Key points of contact include Robert Arnold (FHWA Director, Office of Transportation Management), Angela Jacobs (FHWA HOTM Program Manager and the grants application contact), and Kate Hartman (RITA Program Manager, Truck and Program Assessment). Oversight is referenced under Jeffrey Lindley (FHWA Associate Administrator for Operations).
Where are the formal requirements and detailed selection criteria likely documented?
A Federal Register notice is referenced as an additional information link, indicating that the formal requirements and any detailed selection criteria would be captured in the official public notice.
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