July 1, 2026 -
With the opening of FY28 Phase II, IMD has identified and published a list of vehicles that will be replaced using FY27 grant funds. Please refer to the list and do not submit replacement requests for any vehicles already included, as they have been approved for replacement under the FY27 grant. The list can be found here.
June 30, 2026 -
The North Carolina Department of Transportation Integrated Mobility Division (IMD) has announced the FY 2026 grant recipients of the Special Initiative ConCPT Program. Through this grant opportunity IMD has awarded over 8 million dollars in projects. The Special Initiative ConCPT Program provides operating and capital funding to support coordinated transit services among two or more transit agencies. By encouraging regional collaboration, the program helps maximize resources, improve operational efficiencies, and expand access to public transportation for communities across North Carolina. The grant recipients
may be found here.
June 3, 2026 -
Language on the
Public Hearing Notice form has been updated for clarification. While public hearings are a requirement, public hearing notices are not required to be published in the newspaper unless locally required.
April 14, 2026 -
IMD has developed a special initiative for the FY27 ConCPT grant program. This special initiative reduces the number of required participants; expands eligible participants and expense categories to include selected Capital expenditures; and raises the State share to
100% reimbursement. The application period is April 15-28, 2026. The period of performance for approved projects is July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027. Please use the link provided to access the program guidance and written application.
April 1, 2026 -
IMD has published the
FY28 Unified Grant Application and opened the Call for Projects.
Smartsheet Quick Reference Guide - IMD has gathered tips and tricks to best utilize Smartsheet and prepared this reference guide. This guide includes how to complete Smartsheet forms and grids which are used throughout the entire UGA process.
UGA Progress Sheet - This progress sheet serves as a tracking sheet for the application process. This progress sheet does not need to be submitted to IMD.
UGA Roadmap - This document provides a quick snapshot of the UGA tools and resources. This roadmap is especially helpful for those who are new to the UGA process.
IMD has prepared the following short video tutorials for each phase of the UGA.
If you have questions or need additional information, please contact your assigned Regional Grant Specialist, or contact me at
cmfreitag@ncdot.gov.
