Metropolitan Planning Program (MPP)
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Program Objective
The Metropolitan Planning Program establishes a cooperative, continuous, and comprehensive framework for making transportation investment decisions in metropolitan areas.
This Assistance Listing 20.275 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 20.275 will be utilized by DOT at the start of FY 2026.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- U.S. State Government
- Local Government Consortium
See program notice of funding.
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
This Assistance Listing is for the Metropolitan Planning Program. A Program that establishes a cooperative, continuous, and comprehensive framework for making transportation investment decisions in metropolitan areas.
Mission Categories
Primary: Highways, Public Roads, and Bridges
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
See program notice of funding.
Matching Requirements
Determined at NOFO Level