Opportunity ID: 351434
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 9 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 16, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. Questions/Answers to inquiries sent to RAVProgram@dot.gov are posted on https://www.transportation.gov/policy/ost-r/rdtrav |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| CORRECTED PAGE NUMBERS
The NOFO states on page 8 that the consortium may include (along with two or more non-profit institutions of higher education) additional members such as “…State, local, Tribal, and territorial (SLTT) Departments of Transportation and Departments of Public Works, metropolitan and regional planning organizations, etc.”…. However, there is contradictory language on page 9 of the previous version of the NOFO stating that any application “…submitted by or including in its consortium an entity other than a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education will not be eligible or considered for selection.” We have amended the NOFO’s language on page 9 to the following: “Any application submitted by the lead entity other than a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education will not be eligible or considered for selection.” To clarify, an application can include entities other than a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education as members of the consortium, but the lead entity submitting the application must be a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education. |
Jan 16, 2024 | |
| “The NOFO states on page 9 that the consortium may include (along with two or more non-profit institutions of higher education) additional members such as “…State, local, Tribal, and territorial (SLTT) Departments of Transportation and Departments of Public Works, metropolitan and regional planning organizations, etc.”…. However, there is contradictory language on page 12 of the previous version of the NOFO stating that any application “…submitted by or including in its consortium an entity other than a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education will not be eligible or considered for selection.” We have amended the NOFO’s language on page 12 to the following: “Any application submitted by the lead entity other than a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education will not be eligible or considered for selection.” To clarify, an application can include entities other than a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education as members of the consortium, but the lead entity submitting the application must be a U.S. non-profit institution of higher education.” | Dec 12, 2023 | |
| updates to incorporate additional information | Dec 12, 2023 | |
| updates | Dec 12, 2023 | |
| The RAV NOFO has been updated to provide more inclusive language for minority institutions, change the abstract allowed length to 3 pages, shorten section outlining what should be included in the applications, and to incorporate minor editorial change
Questions/Answers to inquiries sent to RAVProgram@dot.gov are posted on https://www.transportation.gov/policy/ost-r/rdtrav |
Dec 12, 2023 | |
| Updates | Dec 12, 2023 | |
| Updates | Dec 12, 2023 | |
| edits to contact name | Dec 12, 2023 | |
| Dec 12, 2023 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 9
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 9 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 16, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. Questions/Answers to inquiries sent to RAVProgram@dot.gov are posted on https://www.transportation.gov/policy/ost-r/rdtrav |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 8
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 8 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 16, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. Questions/Answers to inquiries sent to RAVProgram@dot.gov are posted on https://www.transportation.gov/policy/ost-r/rdtrav |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 7
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 7 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 03, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. Questions/Answers to inquiries sent to RAVProgram@dot.gov are posted on https://www.transportation.gov/policy/ost-r/rdtrav |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 6
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 6 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 03, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 5
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 5 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jan 02, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 4 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 3 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the additional challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the additional challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Radwan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | RAVTRANS |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | Rural Autonomous Vehicle Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Other |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | Through this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO), the U.S. Department of Transportation (U.S. DOT) seeks competitive cooperative agreement applications for the Rural Autonomous Vehicle (RAV) Program. |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Cooperative Agreement |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | – |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.944 — Autonomous Vehicle Research in Rural Communities Program |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 1 |
| Posted Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Last Updated Date: | Dec 12, 2023 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | – |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Mar 13, 2024 |
| Archive Date: | Apr 12, 2024 |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Ceiling: | $25,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $25,000,000 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Public and State controlled institutions of higher education Private institutions of higher education |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | RAV Program will be used for two awards to accredited non-profit institutions of higher education , or consortia thereof, as cooperative agreements on a competitive basis, to conduct research and to work with rural and Tribal communities to address the additional challenges of bringing the benefits of responsible integration of automated vehicles and associated technologies for air and surface mobility to rural and Tribal communities |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | 69A355 Research and Technology |
| Description: |
The RAV program research shall focus on applications of automated vehicles technologies for rural communities that support transportation strategic goals and objectives documented in the U.S. DOT strategic plans and documents listed below. The RAV program research shall address, as applicable, the unique challenges rural and Tribal communities face related to mobility and economic development, including isolation, transportation cost burden, and traffic safety[1]. [1] Applicants can refer to the U.S. DOT Research Hub (https://researchhub.bts.gov/search) and the RD&T Annual Research Plans (https://www.transportation.gov/administrations/assistant-secretary-research-and-technology/rdt-annual-modal-research-plans) pages for information on AV research being conducted by U. S. DOT. |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Randa Rawan
Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email:RAVProgram@dot.gov |
Related Documents
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Randa Radwan Senior Advisor for Safety and Mobility Phone 202-366-7553 Email: RAVProgram@dot.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.944 | PKG00284132 | Dec 12, 2023 | Mar 13, 2024 | View |