Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Release: Dec 2, 2025

Close: Dec 16, 2025

To provide rental equipment for the 2026 Transportation Research Board (TRB) Annual Meeting (January 11–15, 2026)

Release: Dec 2, 2025

Close: Feb 5, 2026

Addressing Construction Needs for Ultra-High Performance (UHPC) Structural Elements: With the publication of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Guide Specification for Structural Design with Ultra-High Performance Concrete, nationwide interest in UHPC structural applications for infrastructure has surged. This next-generation concrete technology offers significant advantages over conventional concrete materials, providing a range of structural and durability benefits that enhance resilience and support the modernization of existing infrastructure. To maximize the potential of UHPC in highway construction, establishing clear guidance on best construction practices will help streamline adoption and ensure successful implementation. See attached file.

Release: Oct 7, 2025

Close: Jan 7, 2026

Seeks to conduct research activities that could demonstrate the potential viability and impact of novel approaches in highway transportation. The EAR Program supports higher-risk research in areas of emerging advances in science and engineering that could result in dramatic changes in highway transportation safety, mobility, state of good repair, or environmental stewardship.