This grant, the FY 2024-2026 Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program, is for projects seeking to significantly reduce wildlife-vehicle collisions across the United States. Offered by the US Department of Transportation on a competitive basis, the program also aims to enhance vital habitat connectivity for both terrestrial and aquatic species, fostering safer environments for wildlife and motorists alike. This initiative supports the objectives outlined in Title 23, United States Code, Section 171, focusing on creating more resilient ecosystems and preventing accidents involving wildlife. Eligible projects will demonstrate innovative approaches to mitigate collision risks and restore crucial ecological pathways. The ultimate purpose is to promote biodiversity and improve transportation safety nationwide.
Opportunity ID: 354738
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 693JJ324NF00023 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY 2024-2026 Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 40 |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.205 — Highway Planning and Construction |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 06, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 06, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 04, 2024 FY 2024 and FY 2025 Application Opens June 6, 2024; closes September 4, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. FY 2026 Application Period Opens May 1, 2025; closes August 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 04, 2024 FY 2024 and FY 2025 Application Opens June 6, 2024; closes September 4, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. FY 2026 Application Period Opens May 1, 2025; closes August 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible Applicants for the WCPP are the following individual entities or a group of such eligible entities (23 U.S.C. 171(c)):1) A State Department of Transportation;2) An Metropolitan Planning Organization;3) A unit of local government;4) A regional transportation authority;5) A special purpose district or public authority with a transportation function;6) An Indian Tribe; or7) An Federal Land Management Agency |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DOT Federal Highway Administration |
| Description: |
The purpose of this NOFO is to provide grants on a competitive basis for projects that seek to achieve a reduction in the number of wildlife-vehicle collisions; and improve habitat connectivity for terrestrial and aquatic species (Title 23, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 171). |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Freida Byrd
Contract Specialist Email:wildlifecrossings@dot.gov |
Version History
| Version | Modification Description | Updated Date |
|---|---|---|
| FY 2024 and FY 2025 Application Opens June 6, 2024; closes September 4, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. FY 2026 Application Period Opens May 1, 2025; closes August 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET. | Jun 06, 2024 |
DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2
General Information
| Document Type: | Grants Notice |
| Funding Opportunity Number: | 693JJ324NF00023 |
| Funding Opportunity Title: | FY 2024-2026 Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program |
| Opportunity Category: | Discretionary |
| Opportunity Category Explanation: | – |
| Funding Instrument Type: | Grant |
| Category of Funding Activity: | Transportation |
| Category Explanation: | – |
| Expected Number of Awards: | 40 |
| Assistance Listings: | 20.205 — Highway Planning and Construction |
| Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: | Yes |
| Version: | Synopsis 2 |
| Posted Date: | Jun 06, 2024 |
| Last Updated Date: | Jun 06, 2024 |
| Original Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 04, 2024 FY 2024 and FY 2025 Application Opens June 6, 2024; closes September 4, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. FY 2026 Application Period Opens May 1, 2025; closes August 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET. |
| Current Closing Date for Applications: | Sep 04, 2024 FY 2024 and FY 2025 Application Opens June 6, 2024; closes September 4, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. FY 2026 Application Period Opens May 1, 2025; closes August 1, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET. |
| Archive Date: | – |
| Estimated Total Program Funding: | – |
| Award Ceiling: | $100,000,000 |
| Award Floor: | $0 |
Eligibility
| Eligible Applicants: | Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification) |
| Additional Information on Eligibility: | Eligible Applicants for the WCPP are the following individual entities or a group of such eligible entities (23 U.S.C. 171(c)):1) A State Department of Transportation;2) An Metropolitan Planning Organization;3) A unit of local government;4) A regional transportation authority;5) A special purpose district or public authority with a transportation function;6) An Indian Tribe; or7) An Federal Land Management Agency |
Additional Information
| Agency Name: | DOT Federal Highway Administration |
| Description: |
The purpose of this NOFO is to provide grants on a competitive basis for projects that seek to achieve a reduction in the number of wildlife-vehicle collisions; and improve habitat connectivity for terrestrial and aquatic species (Title 23, United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 171). |
| Link to Additional Information: | – |
| Grantor Contact Information: | If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:
Freida Byrd
Contract Specialist Email:wildlifecrossings@dot.gov |
Related Documents
Folder 354738 Full Announcement-WCPP FY 2024-2026 NOFO Docs -> WCPP_FY24-26_NOFO_Final.pdf
Folder 354738 Full Announcement-WCPP FY 2024-2026 NOFO Docs -> WCPP_FY24-26_Checklist_Final.pdf
Packages
| Agency Contact Information: | Freida Byrd Contract Specialist Email: wildlifecrossings@dot.gov |
| Who Can Apply: | Organization Applicants |
| Assistance Listing Number | Competition ID | Competition Title | Opportunity Package ID | Opening Date | Closing Date | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20.205 | 693JJ324NF00023-111102 | FY 2024-2026 Wildlife Crossings Pilot Program | PKG00286880 | Jun 06, 2024 | Sep 04, 2024 | View |
Package 1
Mandatory forms
354738 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf
354738 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf
354738 GG_LobbyingForm-1.1.pdf
Optional forms
354738 AttachmentForm_1_2-1.2.pdf
354738 SF424C_2_0-2.0.pdf
354738 SF424A-1.0.pdf
354738 Key_Contacts_2_0-2.0.pdf
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