Opportunity Information: Apply for D2008 RTAP TPM
Apply for D2008 RTAP TPM
- The DOT/Federal Transit 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 "National Rural Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Mar 13, 2008 and posted on Mar 13, 2008.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Apr 11, 2008. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $1,200,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $1,500,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Nonprofits having a 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, other than institutions of higher education.
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Opportunity Summary:
The National Rural Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP) grant opportunity is a discretionary funding competition run by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA). It is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning the selected organization would not simply receive funds and work independently, but would carry out the work in close coordination with FTA. The purpose of the award is to develop and implement a National RTAP that provides technical assistance aimed specifically at rural public transportation systems and the agencies that support them.
At its core, the opportunity is about building and operating a national-level technical assistance program that strengthens rural transit across the country. FTA is looking for a nonprofit organization with demonstrated experience in rural transit and in delivering technical assistance to the field. The organization selected would manage a program designed to improve and enhance the coordination of Federal resources that relate to rural transportation, so that states and local communities can more effectively plan, expand, and operate public transportation services in rural areas. In practical terms, this kind of national technical assistance effort often includes activities like developing guidance and toolkits, delivering training, supporting peer learning and knowledge-sharing, helping agencies adopt proven practices, and generally improving the capacity of rural transit providers and state oversight agencies to deliver reliable service.
Eligibility is limited to nonprofits that hold 501(c)(3) status with the IRS, excluding institutions of higher education. There is no cost sharing or matching requirement listed, which reduces barriers for eligible nonprofits that may not have access to significant non-federal funds. The opportunity falls under a technical assistance activity category, emphasizing that the funding is intended to support capacity-building and coordination rather than direct capital purchases or routine transit operations.
The funding opportunity number is D2008 RTAP TPM, with an estimated total funding amount of $1,200,000. The stated award ceiling is $1,500,000, and the award floor is $0, indicating flexibility in the size of potential awards depending on proposal quality, scope, and available funding. The announcement was posted on March 13, 2008, and the application closing date was April 11, 2008 (with the archive date listed as May 11, 2008). Additional public notice and context were referenced as appearing in the Federal Register (Volume 73, Number 38, page 10327) and posted on the FTA website.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the point of contact listed is Pamela Brown, Transportation Program Specialist at FTA’s Office of Program Management, with a phone number of 202-493-2503 and an office address at 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590.
National Rural Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP) Grant Opportunity FAQs
1) What is the National RTAP grant opportunity?
The National Rural Transportation Assistance Program (RTAP) grant opportunity is a discretionary funding competition administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Federal Transit Administration (FTA). The award supports the development and implementation of a National RTAP that delivers technical assistance focused on rural public transportation systems and the agencies that support them.
2) What is the main purpose of this award?
The purpose is to build and operate a national-level technical assistance program that strengthens rural transit nationwide. The selected organization would provide support intended to help states and local communities more effectively plan, expand, coordinate, and operate public transportation services in rural areas.
3) What type of funding mechanism is this?
This opportunity is structured as a cooperative agreement. That means the selected organization would carry out the work in close coordination with FTA, rather than operating fully independently after receiving the funds.
4) Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to nonprofit organizations that have 501(c)(3) status with the IRS. Institutions of higher education are excluded from eligibility.
5) Are universities or colleges eligible if they are nonprofits?
No. The opportunity explicitly excludes institutions of higher education, even if they are nonprofit entities.
6) What kind of organization is FTA looking for?
FTA is looking for a nonprofit organization with demonstrated experience in rural transit and in delivering technical assistance to the field. The selected organization would manage a national program intended to improve rural transit capacity and coordination of Federal resources tied to rural transportation.
7) What kinds of activities might a National RTAP technical assistance program include?
While the notice emphasizes technical assistance broadly, the description points to activities commonly associated with national technical assistance programs, such as developing guidance and toolkits, delivering training, supporting peer learning and knowledge-sharing, helping agencies adopt proven practices, and improving the capacity of rural transit providers and state oversight agencies to deliver reliable service.
8) Is this funding meant for buying buses or building facilities?
The opportunity is categorized as technical assistance, meaning the funding is intended for capacity-building and coordination rather than direct capital purchases or routine transit operations.
9) Is this funding meant to pay for day-to-day transit operations?
The opportunity is described as a technical assistance activity, emphasizing capacity-building and coordination rather than routine transit operations.
10) Is there a cost share or match requirement?
No cost sharing or matching requirement is listed in the provided information.
11) What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is D2008 RTAP TPM.
12) How much funding is available?
The estimated total funding amount is $1,200,000.
13) What is the maximum (ceiling) award amount?
The stated award ceiling is $1,500,000.
14) What is the minimum (floor) award amount?
The award floor is listed as $0, indicating flexibility in award size depending on proposal quality, scope, and available funding.
15) When was the opportunity posted, and what were the key dates?
The announcement was posted on March 13, 2008. The application closing date was April 11, 2008. The archive date is listed as May 11, 2008.
16) Where was the opportunity publicly referenced?
Additional public notice and context were referenced as appearing in the Federal Register (Volume 73, Number 38, page 10327) and posted on the FTA website.
17) Who can applicants contact for help accessing the full announcement?
The point of contact listed is Pamela Brown, Transportation Program Specialist at FTA's Office of Program Management.
18) What is the contact phone number for the listed point of contact?
The phone number provided is 202-493-2503.
19) What is the office address for the listed point of contact?
The office address provided is 1200 New Jersey Ave., SE, Washington, DC 20590.
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