FYs 2024 through 2026 - Promoting Resilient Operations for Transformative, Efficient, and Cost-saving Transportation (PROTECT) Competitive Grant Program Notice of Funding Opportunity
DOT Federal Highway Administration
Posted Aug 27, 2026
Description
The intent of the PROTECT Competitive Grant Program is to fund projects to improve the resilience of the surface transportation system, including highways, public transportation, ports, and intercity passenger rail. Program goals include protecting: surface transportation assets by making them more resilient; communities through resilience improvements and strategies that allow for the continued operation or rapid recovery of surface transportation systems; coastal infrastructure; and natural infrastructure that protects and enhances surface transportation assets.
This NOFO provides PROTECT Competitive Grant Program funding of up to $787 million from FYs 2024 through 2026, plus any remaining PROTECT Competitive Grant Program funding from prior years. Please refer to Grants.gov for the full NOFO.
AI Summary
The PROTECT Competitive Grant Program offers funding to enhance the resilience of surface transportation systems, such as highways, public transit, and rail, by implementing strategies that protect infrastructure and ensure continued operation during disruptions. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, transit agencies, and other entities involved in transportation projects.
Funding Details
- Minimum Award
- $1
- Maximum Award
- $60,000,000
Key Dates
Quick Facts
- CFDA Number
- 20.284
- Funder Type
- Federal Agency
- Grant Level
- FEDERAL
- Last Verified
- Aug 28, 2026
Categories
Geographic Scope
national
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