The Bridge Investment Program (BIP) is a competitive, discretionary program that focuses on existing bridges to reduce the overall number of bridges in poor or fair condition. It also expands applicant eligibilities to create opportunities for all levels of government to be direct recipients of program funds. States and federal lands management agencies, metropolitan planning organizations, and local and tribal governments can also apply directly to Federal Highway Administration (FHWA).
Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) and Grant Applications
For full details of BIP NOFOs may be viewed on the Bridge Investment Program webpage.
Large Bridge Project Grants are available for bridges with total eligible project costs over $100 million, with minimum grant awards of $50 million, and maximum grant awards of 50 percent of the total eligible project costs. On September 27, 2023, the FHWA opened a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for up to $9.62 billion in FY 2023 through 2026 Large Bridge Project grant applications under the Bridge Investment Program. Deadline for applications to be submitted via Grants.gov is August 1, 2024.
Planning and Bridge Project Grants are available for bridges with total eligible project costs up to $100 million, with minimum grant awards of $2.5 million, and maximum grant awards of 80 percent of the total eligible project costs. On December 20, 2023, the FHWA opened a NOFO for up to $9.62 billion in FYs 2023 through 2026 Bridge Project grant applications and $80 million in FYs 2023 through FY 2026 Planning Project grant applications. Deadline for applications to be submitted via Grants.gov is October 1, 2024.
Contact the FHWA’s Bridge Investment Program with comments and questions.