$1,150,000 awarded for regional infrastructure accelerator program to nebraska department of transportation

The Department of Transportation Immediate Office of the Secretary awarded a $1.15 million Cooperative Agreement to the Nebraska Department of Transportation on October 1, 2026, supporting the Regional Infrastructure Accelerator Program under the Transportation Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (TIFIA) program (CFDA 20.223).

The award funds project pipeline assessment and strategy development, technical assistance, and long-term sustainability and expansion activities. Deliverables include a work plan, quarterly reports, project deliverables, and 2 CFR 200 compliance documentation. The program benefits urban, suburban, and rural commuters in Nebraska.

The cooperative agreement runs from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2029, with all $1.15 million obligated at the time of award. Work is performed in Nebraska.

Activities to be performed: project pipeline assessment and strategy, technical assistance and long-term sustainability and expansion. Deliverables/expected outcomes: work plan, quarterly reports, project deliverables and 2 CFR 200 compliance. Beneficiaries: urban, suburban, and rural commuters in nebraska.