Local technical assistance program; research

The Federal Highway Administration awarded the State of Florida Department of Transportation $210,000 on June 24, 2026, under the Highway Training & Education Local Technical Assistance 504(b) program (CFDA 20.294) to support research and operations of the Local Technical Assistance Program.

The funding supports FDOT's delivery of training, technical assistance, and technology transfer services to local and rural road agencies across Florida. The Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP) is a network funded by FHWA to help local transportation agencies manage and maintain roadway systems. FDOT manages the state's LTAP Center and uses the allocation to develop and deliver professional development and training programs for local agencies and tribal governments.

The period of performance extends from the award date through June 30, 2099. Work is performed in Florida.

FDOT operates as the state-level grant recipient and pass-through entity for federal transportation funding, sub-awarding the majority of its federal grants to county boards, cities, towns, and specialized transportation districts to execute infrastructure and planning work. Award records and project documents must be retained in accordance with 2 CFR 200.333.