(FY) 2024-2026 Nationally Significant Federal Lands and Tribal Projects (NSFLTP) Program
🏛 Office of the Secretary
Can you apply?
This grant is for entities eligible under three federal transportation programs: the Federal Lands Access Program, Federal Lands Transportation Program, and Tribal Transportation Program.
Eligible recipients include state and local governments, tribal nations, and organizations working on transportation projects on federal or tribal lands. Projects must improve access or transportation infrastructure on or serving federal and tribal lands.
The program supports road construction, maintenance, and related transportation projects. Geographic scope includes all states with federal lands and tribal territories.
This grant is for entities eligible under three federal transportation programs: the Federal Lands Access Program, Federal Lands Transportation Program, and Tribal Transportation Program.
Eligible recipients include state and local governments, tribal nations, and organizations working on transportation projects on federal or tribal lands. Projects must improve access or transportation infrastructure on or serving federal and tribal lands.
The program supports road construction, maintenance, and related transportation projects. Geographic scope includes all states with federal lands and tribal territories.
Program description
Testing funding opportunity and providing approval.
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
- City / Municipal Government
- County Government
- Public K-12 School
- Special District
- State Government
- Tribal Nation
- Tribal Organization
Details
This grant is for entities eligible under three federal transportation programs: the Federal Lands Access Program, Federal Lands Transportation Program, and Tribal Transportation Program.
Eligible recipients include state and local governments, tribal nations, and organizations working on transportation projects on federal or tribal lands. Projects must improve access or transportation infrastructure on or serving federal and tribal lands.
The program supports road construction, maintenance, and related transportation projects. Geographic scope includes all states with federal lands and tribal territories.
How to apply
Application links
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Description
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Evidence of Eligibility
- Project Timeline
- Letters of Support (if applicable)
Program contact
- 👤 Office of the Secretary
- 📧 wayne.mantle.ctr@dot.gov
- 📞 2023661000
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 20.205 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$635,177,703
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$619,100,074
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$533,192,000
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$488,422,692
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$480,295,260
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$446,503,594
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$432,785,124
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$417,644,437
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$415,030,126
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$400,000,000
Top States by Funding
- TX 25 awards $6,354.3M
- CA 14 awards $2,964.4M
- FL 9 awards $2,498.8M
- NC 7 awards $1,467.4M
- NY 4 awards $799.9M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
FAQ
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Entities eligible under the Federal Lands Access, Federal Lands Transportation, and Tribal Transportation Programs. This includes state and local governments, tribal nations, and related organizations.
What types of projects are funded?
Transportation projects on or serving federal and tribal lands. Examples include road construction, maintenance, and access improvements.
When is the deadline?
The fixed deadline is July 2, 2026. Mark your calendar early to allow time for application preparation.
What is the funding range?
Awards range from $3 to $12,500,001. Total program funding is $55,000,001 for this funding cycle.
Is cost sharing required?
No cost sharing is required for this program. You can request full federal funding for eligible project costs.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Review eligibility under the three referenced federal transportation statutes (23 U.S.C. 202, 203, 204) before starting your application.
- Budget requests should align with the project scope and realistic cost estimates for transportation infrastructure.
- If working on tribal lands, ensure you have tribal government support and proper documentation of the project location.
- Document how the project improves access or transportation on federal or tribal lands; make the connection explicit.
- Submit early to allow time for clarifications or corrections before the July 2026 deadline.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applying without confirming your organization meets the statutory eligibility requirements under one of the three transportation programs. Submitting poorly documented project scope that doesn't clearly show connection to federal or tribal lands. Underestimating timeline and costs for transportation projects, leading to unrealistic budgets.
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