25. Now that New Freedom-type projects are eligible under this program, will a competitive selection process be required?
No. Designated Recipients are not required to competitively select projects. They must, however, have a process by which projects are selected and ensure this is explained in a program/state management plan. Additionally, a program of projects will be required at the time of grant application. For more information on these two requirements, please see Chapters III and V of FTA Circular 9070.1G.