RPA TAP Grants
The RPA Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) is a new iteration of the former Transportation Enhancements (later Transportation Alternatives) program that has been in existence since 1991. Eligible project activities continue to include a variety of smaller-scale transportation projects such as pedestrian and bicycle facilities, recreational trails, and community improvements such as historic preservation, vegetation management, and some environmental mitigation related to storm water and habitat connectivity.
The RPA is not accepting TAP applications at this time. The RPA board plans to vote on opening the application window at their June 26, 2025 meeting. Check this page in late June or early July for updates.
Please use the NOFO and application materials below to learn how to apply.
March 2025 NOFO for RPA TAP Program (Expired)
RPA TAP Guidance
Iowa DOT TAP Application Parts A through F
Iowa DOT TAP Application Part G Checklist and Certification
Iowa DOT Form 105101 Minority Impact Statement
Funding for the RPA 8 TAP program comes from an annual sub-allocation of the State of Iowa’s federal Transportation Alternative Set-Aside funds. RPA 8 will use a competitive process to select projects for funding. RPA 8 will provide technical assistance to eligible entities needing help understanding how to apply.
You may direct any specific questions to Chandra Ravada at cravada@ecia.org or Dan Fox at dfox@ecia.org.
Information on the Iowa DOT Statewide Transportation Alternatives (TA Set-Aside or TAP) program is available the Iowa DOT TAP Website.