The TPB is accepting applications for planning, design, and engineering projects through the FY 2027 Transportation Land-Use Connections (TLC) Program and Regional Roadway Safety Program (RRSP) local technical assistance programs.

As in past years, the TPB is using a joint application for the two programs. Applications are due February 27, 2026. Applicants have the option to submit a proposed project abstract, which is due January 21.

Both programs offer short-term consultant services up to $80,000 for planning projects and up to $100,000 for design and preliminary engineering projects. Any local jurisdiction in the National Capital Region that is a TPB member is eligible to apply. Non-profits and non-member jurisdictions in the region may apply as secondary recipients to a TPB member jurisdiction. 

About the programs 

TLC projects provide a range of services for community-oriented planning activities including, but not limited to, transit station area planning, bicycle and pedestrian safety, housing or economic development studies, streetscape plans, and trail planning. 

RRSP projects provide a range of services to support roadway safety efforts, including but not limited to local roadway safety plans, bicycle and pedestrian safety, data analysis, road diet design, lighting, and intersection improvements.

Key dates

Application period: January 2 - February 27, 2026
Abstracts (optional) due: January 21, 2026
Applications due: February 27, 2026

Learn more and apply!

Transportation Land-Use Connections: mwcog.org/tlc

Regional Roadway Safety: mwcog.org/rrsp

For more information, contact Victoria Caudullo at vcaudullo@mwcog.org and Janie Nham at jnham@mwcog.org.