Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Program
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
The Secretary of Transportation is directed to conduct an ongoing intelligent transportation system (ITS) program to research, develop and operationally test ITS and provide technical assistance in the nationwide application of ITS as a component of the surface transportation system (23 USC Sect 515).
This Assistance Listing 20.273 created in August 2025 was included in the previous ALN 20.205, please refer to former ALN 20.205 for FY24 and FY25 financial obligations. The new Assistance Listing 20.273 will be utilized by DOT at the start of FY 2026.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- For-Profit Organization
- Not-for-Profit Organization
- Nonprofit Organization
Typically applicants for the deployment programs will be partnerships between States/local DOTs and private transportation/technology companies.
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Varies by project. Generally, FHWA publishes a notice of funding, soliciting applications for assistance, reviews these applications, and determines which applications are most qualified for award. Please see the individual notice of funding for details.
Decision Timeline
- Approval: From 120 to 180 days
Program details & compliance
Description
The Intelligent Transportation Systems Joint Program Office (ITS JPO) collaborates across modal administrations to coordinate and plan the U.S. DOT’s multimodal ITS technology research program, working toward improving transportation safety, mobility, efficiency, and enhancing productivity through the integration of innovative technologies into the nation’s transportation system.
Mission Categories
Primary: Highways, Public Roads, and Bridges
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
See program information at https://its.dot.gov/.