2021 Transportation Alternatives Project Sponsor Virtual Workshop (3)

On January 15, 2021, TxDOT will open a statewide Call for Projects for Transportation Alternatives Set-Aside (TA) Program funding for pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. This Call for Projects features a two-step application process and a number of new policies and procedures. Presentations will provide:

• information on how local governments can utilize this opportunity to seek funding for pedestrian and bicycle access and safety infrastructure improvements,
• requirements and procedures for implementing federal transportation projects, and
• application tips to assist project sponsors in best representing their project.

Call for Projects Timeline:

Step 1:

• January 15, 2021 - 2021 TA Call for Projects Opens
• January 21-27 - Virtual Workshops
• February 2 - Frequently Asked Questions document posted on TA Funding Webpage
• March 1, 2021 - Preliminary Application (PA) Deadline
• before April 9, 2021 - District Coordination Meetings
• April 12, 2021 - TxDOT notifies sponsors of eligibility

Step 2:

• June 14, 2021 - Detailed Application Deadline
• August 16, 2021 - TxDOT DA Review Complete
• Final Project Awards - October 2021 [target date]
• Conditional Project List - October 2021 [target date]

Other virtual workshops:

• January 21, 2021, (1:00-4:00pm)
• January 25, 2021, (1:00-4:00pm)

For more information about TxDOT's 2021 TA Call for Projects, please refer to TxDOT's TA Funding webpage.